Montreal police arrested an independent journalist covering a pro-Hamas protest, to the approving cheers of the crowd.
According to Rebel News, this happened after the journalist had been assaulted by the protesters.
BREAKING: Montreal police arrest independent journalist @NatashaMontreal while she reported on the pro-Hamas protest here in the old city.
The mob cheered as the SPVM works on their behalf. This was after her and I were assaulted openly by the unruly crowd.
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— Alexandra Lavoie (@ThevoiceAlexa) April 13, 2025