Vandalism at École du Boisé-des-Prés: Quebec Police File Official Complaint Over School Damage

The École du Boisé-des-Prés school in Quebec has filed an official complaint with the Sûreté du Québec (SQ) after acts of vandalism were reported, according to a statement from Journal Le Soir. Authorities have not yet confirmed the full extent of the damage or the number of incidents, but school officials say multiple acts of vandalism have occurred in recent days.

The complaint was filed following an assessment of the damage, which officials describe as "significant." While specific details remain under investigation, sources say the vandalism includes damage to school property, including windows, doors, and other structures. The SQ has launched an investigation to identify those responsible and determine the motive behind the acts.

What is known about the vandalism?
According to the school’s statement, the acts of vandalism were documented and reported to police after being discovered by staff. The SQ has not yet released a public statement on the case, but local media report that the investigation is ongoing. No arrests have been made at this time.

Why does this matter?
The École du Boisé-des-Prés serves a student population of approximately 500, with many families in the community expressing concern over the safety of their children. Similar incidents of school vandalism have been reported across Quebec in recent years, raising questions about whether broader security measures are needed in educational institutions.

How is the SQ responding?
The Sûreté du Québec has confirmed receiving the complaint and is working to gather evidence. In a statement to Journal Le Soir, an SQ spokesperson said, "We take reports of vandalism at schools very seriously. Our priority is to ensure the safety of students and staff while identifying those responsible." The investigation remains active, and officials have urged the public to come forward with any information.

What happens next?
Authorities have not yet specified a timeline for the investigation, but the SQ typically follows up on such cases with community outreach and patrols in affected areas. School officials have not commented on whether classes will be disrupted, but security measures may be reinforced in the coming days.

For those with information, the SQ has urged the public to contact them directly. The school has not issued a statement on whether students or staff were directly affected by the vandalism, but officials are working to ensure the facility is secure.