
Fredy Villanueva
Fredy Villanueva was an 18-year-old Honduran immigrant whose fatal shooting by a Montreal police officer in 2008 has had lasting implications for the community of Montréal-Nord. His death sparked widespread protests and ongoing discussions about police conduct and racial profiling, making him a significant figure in the discourse surrounding police reform in Montreal.
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Fredy Villanueva was shot and killed by a Montreal police officer in 2008, and his death still looms large in the community.
Montreal police chief defends response to allegations of racist behaviour by officersThe Globe and Mail·
Canada· 2026-08-12




