Canada: Two killed, five injured in multiple stabbing incident in Quebec, suspect arrested

At least two people were killed and five injured on Sunday in multiple stabbing incidents that took place in Quebec, Canada.

According to reports, a knifeman dressed in medieval clothing went on a stabbing spree near the Chateau Frontenac, on rue des Ramparts. The area is a predominantly French-speaking province of eastern Canada.

Quebec City police force (SPVQ) has arrested a suspect and took him to the hospital for evaluation.

“Shortly before 1 am, the SPVQ arrested a suspect | We still ask the citizens of Quebec City to stay inside with the doors locked as an investigation is still ongoing,” Quebec police said in a tweet.