Jun 4
What were the 2014 Moncton Shootings?
The 2014 Moncton shootings occurred on June 4, 2014, in Moncton, New Brunswick, when Justin Bourque fatally shot three RCMP officers and injured two others, marking the deadliest single day for the RCMP in contemporary Canadian history. This tragedy deeply affected the community and led to sweeping changes, including enhanced officer safety protocols and lasting public memorials. A unique bronze monument, unveiled on June 4, 2016, along Moncton’s riverfront, features life-size statues of Constables Douglas James Larche, Dave Joseph Ross, and Fabrice Georges Gevaudan, intricately detailed with personal items and thumbprints from over 1,500 community members, ensuring their legacy and heroism remain permanently honored.
