Quebec provincial police officer shot during traffic stop thanks public
Posted Aug 20, 2021 12:02:49 PM.
Last Updated Aug 20, 2021 12:11:09 PM.
SAINTE-MARIE-DE-BEAUCE, Que. — The Quebec provincial police officer who was shot and wounded during a traffic stop earlier this week is thanking the public for their support.
In a Facebook message, Catherine Giroux thanked her partner, her superiors and members of the public who sent her hundreds of messages of support after Wednesday’s shooting.
The 40-year-old officer ended up in hospital with serious injuries after stopping a vehicle for a traffic violation in Ste-Marie, Que., south of Quebec City.
A 54-year-old man was arrested Wednesday night based on a description provided by Giroux and with the help of the public.
Giroux says Wednesday was a “dark day” for her and her family.
She says she’s recovering at home from her injuries but is looking forward to getting back on the road with her colleagues.
This report by The Canadian Press was first published Aug. 20, 2021.
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