By The Canadian Press

Six people report feeling ‘sharp prick’ in back of body at Montreal festival: police

Aug 15, 2025 | 11:04 AM

MONTREAL — Montreal police have opened a criminal investigation into reports that people at a music festival last weekend were allegedly poisoned without their knowledge.

Police say six people have reported feeling a “sharp prick” in the back of their body while they were in the crowd at the îLESONIQ music festival at Parc Jean-Drapeau.

They say that afterward some of the victims reported feeling dizzy.

Police say it’s premature to release more information or confirm if the incidents are linked.

In a news release, Montreal police said the alleged cases of poisoning are an opportunity to remind people to stay vigilant during large gatherings.

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Montreal police say they are working closely with security teams from the festival, which was held Aug. 9-10, and promoter Evenko.

This report by The Canadian Press was first published Aug. 15, 2025.

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