The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) has apprehended a minor in Montreal over terrorism suspicions. The RCMP revealed in a statement that the young individual was allegedly planning an attack on a school in the city. Utilizing artificial intelligence, he reportedly orchestrated the potential attack and posted menacing messages on Telegram, targeting various groups such as Muslims, Haitians, and the 2SLGBTQ+ communities, as per RCMP spokesperson Sgt. Érique Gasse.

Sgt. Gasse mentioned that the FBI provided tips a few weeks ago, indicating the individual’s plans for an attack. The arrest took place at the minor’s residence on Friday morning as part of an investigation by the Integrated National Security Enforcement Team, which focuses on tracking and disrupting criminal activities of terrorist entities or individuals posing threats to Canada’s national security.

The minor is currently undergoing questioning by investigators, while a search of his residence for electronic devices or relevant materials is ongoing. The police operation aimed to disrupt the individual’s suspected activities and pursue a peace bond for monitoring and de-escalation efforts.

According to Gasse, the suspect will appear in youth court on Saturday morning, with the possibility of future charges as per the RCMP’s news release.