A vehicle was hit by a projectile in a Beauport parking lot Sunday afternoon, prompting a major police operation that temporarily confined customers and employees inside a nearby Super C grocery store.
The incident occurred near the intersection of avenue Nordique and boulevard Raymond in Quebec City’s Beauport district.
Police secured the commercial area and established a perimeter while investigators examined the vehicle.
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What happened during the Beauport police operation
The Service de police de la Ville de Québec said the vehicle was struck by a projectile.
No injuries were reported in connection with the incident.
The Super C was placed under confinement during the police response, while a neighbouring SAQ location was evacuated.
The measures remained in place for a little more than two hours as officers checked the area and worked to secure the scene.
A police canine team was deployed, and officers also used a drone during the operation.
Customers and employees were later allowed to leave once the area was considered safe.
The operation was reported to have ended before the evening, with the commercial sector reopened and the security perimeter lifted.
No arrest reported as investigation continues
No suspect had been arrested in the latest available information, and police continued investigating the circumstances surrounding the projectile strike.
The police identification unit was called to examine the vehicle and document evidence from the scene.
Authorities have not publicly identified a motive or confirmed whether anyone was specifically targeted.
Initial reports from the scene described possible gunfire, but the police information available afterward referred more generally to a projectile striking the vehicle.
That distinction is important while investigators determine the exact nature of the incident.
What residents and shoppers should know
The incident took place in a busy commercial area around the Super C at 981 avenue Nordique.
The police response affected access to nearby businesses while officers assessed whether there was any continuing threat.
People who were in the area during the operation may have information, surveillance footage or dashcam video that could assist the investigation.
Police asked anyone with relevant information to contact the SPVQ.
Residents should avoid sharing unverified claims about possible suspects or motives while the investigation remains active.
The available information confirms that a vehicle was struck and that no injuries were reported, but further details depend on police investigative findings.
What happens next
Investigators are expected to review physical evidence from the vehicle, examine available video and follow up with witnesses who were in the parking lot or nearby businesses.
Any future arrest or criminal charges would depend on evidence collected during the investigation.
Police had not announced an arrest or charges in the latest update available Monday, October 26, 2026.
The incident is separate from an earlier vehicle fire investigated in Beauport on October 13, 2026.
No connection between the two events has been established in the information publicly available.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happened at the Super C in Beauport?
A vehicle was struck by a projectile in the parking lot near avenue Nordique and boulevard Raymond on Sunday, October 25, 2026.
Were there any injuries?
No injuries were reported in the available police and local reports.
Was the Super C evacuated?
The Super C was confined during the police operation, while a neighbouring SAQ location was evacuated.
Has anyone been arrested?
No suspect had been arrested in the latest available update.
What should witnesses do?
Anyone with information, surveillance footage or dashcam video should contact the Service de police de la Ville de Québec.
Fact-Checked: Key details were checked against available police information and multiple local reports describing the October 25, 2026 incident.
Disclaimer: The investigation remains active, and details such as the projectile’s nature, motive and any suspect information may change as police release further updates.