During the morning of January 31st 2020, between the hours of 6:00am and 7:30am, at least fourteen (14) black crosses with messages that can only be interpreted as « threatening », were placed at various locations in the Mohawk Community of Kanesatake, situated near Oka.
The crosses mention the names of the Grand Chief, as well as those of other elected Council Chiefs.
The Sureté du Québec has been notified of the incident, and have responded swiftly by increasing patrols in the area as well as launching an investigation into the matter.
The Mohawk Council wants to thank local community members and the many businesses that have shown their support and cooperation with Council, as well as law enforcement bodies, in order to gather critical information for the investigation.
It is important to mention that the Mohawk Council of Kanesatake is always working at achieving peace, prosperity and inclusiveness for all of our members and generations to follow, such are the values that were passed-down to us by our ancestors.
Pictures of the suspect, of the suspect’s car and of the crosses are attached. If anyone has any information about this individual or can identify him or his vehicle, please contact Grand Chief Simon can be reached (450.479.8373 *107) or the Oka detachment of the Sureté du Québec.
