By Canadian Press

Man accused in attack on Montreal police officer appears in court on several charges

Mar 26, 2021 | 10:53 AM

MONTREAL — A man accused of the attempted murder of a Montreal police officer in January appeared before a judge today.

Ali Ngarukiye, 21, remains detained following his appearance on seven counts including attempted murder, aggravated assault against a police officer, disarming a police officer and discharging a firearm.

The suspect was arrested in Toronto on Thursday in connection with a Jan. 28 attack on Const. Sanjay Vig.

The alleged assault occurred during a traffic stop that initially resulted in an innocent man being arrested and detained for six days.

Mamadi III Fara Camara was ultimately released and absolved of involvement in the attack.

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Ngarukiye was represented in court by a legal aid lawyer, and a clerk says the case is due back before a judge on April 1.

This report by The Canadian Press was first published March 26, 2021.

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