The RCMP has charged a 24-year-old Quebec City man with terrorism-related offences, alleging he intended to carry out at least one attack in Canada on behalf of the Islamic State.
Louay Angoud was arrested in Montreal and is accused of communicating online with members of the terrorist organization and gathering information to build a chemical weapon that could be used to poison Canadian citizens, according to the RCMP.
The charges were announced on September 24, 2026, by the RCMP’s Federal Policing Eastern Region.
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What the RCMP alleges
The allegations stem from an investigation conducted by the Integrated National Security Enforcement Team, or INSET.
Police say Angoud intended to carry out at least one attack on behalf of the Islamic State, also known as ISIS.
The RCMP alleges that he communicated online with members of the group and collected information related to the construction of a chemical weapon.
The police statement said the weapon could have been used to poison Canadian citizens.
The RCMP has not released details about a specific target, location or proposed date for an attack.
It also has not publicly described the alleged chemical substance or provided technical details about the weapon, leaving those elements of the investigation unclear.
Charges filed against Angoud
Angoud faces four charges under the Criminal Code.
- Using or possessing property for terrorist purposes under section 83.04.
- Commission of an offence for the benefit of a terrorist group under section 83.2.
- Participating in the activity of a terrorist group under section 83.18.
- Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose under section 88.1.
The charges have not been tested in court.
Angoud is presumed innocent unless and until guilt is proven beyond a reasonable doubt.
The RCMP said he was scheduled to appear at the Montreal courthouse following the announcement of the charges.
How the investigation unfolded
The RCMP has provided limited information about the timeline of the case.
The investigation was carried out by INSET, a specialized national security policing team responsible for investigating and disrupting terrorism-related activity.
Such investigations can involve cooperation between the RCMP, the Canadian Security Intelligence Service and other law-enforcement or intelligence partners.
The RCMP said collaboration and information sharing remain central to identifying and disrupting violent-extremism threats.
Police have not disclosed what initially brought Angoud to investigators’ attention or described the evidence that led to his arrest.
What happens next
The next stage of the case will take place through the criminal courts, where prosecutors must advance the allegations and the defence will have an opportunity to respond.
A terrorism prosecution can involve restrictions on disclosure and other court procedures intended to protect sensitive information while preserving the accused’s right to a fair trial.
The charges also do not establish that an attack occurred or that the accused successfully created a chemical weapon.
Any determination about intent, preparation, possession or links to the Islamic State will have to be made through the court process.
The RCMP is encouraging anyone with information about terrorism or related suspicious activity to contact the National Security Information Network at 1-800-420-5805 or their local police service.
RCMP response to violent extremism
The Mounties described countering radicalization to violence as a priority for the federal government and the national police force.
The RCMP said community engagement is part of its prevention approach, alongside investigations and intelligence-sharing with security partners.
The case comes under the RCMP’s federal-policing mandate rather than a routine local criminal investigation.
That means the focus is on alleged activity connected to terrorism, national security and a terrorist organization operating beyond an ordinary provincial or municipal offence.
For now, the public record is limited to the charges announced by police and the information that emerges in court.
The allegations remain unproven, and further details will depend on court filings, hearings and any subsequent statement from investigators or prosecutors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Louay Angoud?
Louay Angoud is a 24-year-old man from Quebec City who has been charged with four terrorism-related offences by the RCMP.
What does the RCMP allege happened?
The RCMP alleges that Angoud communicated online with Islamic State members, gathered information to build a chemical weapon and intended to carry out at least one attack in Canada.
What charges does Angoud face?
He faces charges involving terrorist-purpose property, committing an offence for a terrorist group, participating in terrorist-group activity and possessing a weapon for a dangerous purpose.
Has Angoud been convicted?
No. The charges have not been tested in court, and Angoud is presumed innocent unless proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.
How can Canadians report suspected terrorism-related activity?
The RCMP asks people to contact the National Security Information Network at 1-800-420-5805 or report concerns to their local police service.
Fact-Checked: Key facts were checked against the RCMP’s September 24, 2026 news release and official national-security information.
Disclaimer: The allegations described in this article remain before the courts and should not be treated as findings of guilt.