The suspected gunman who killed three Mounties in Moncton, New Brunswick, has been arrested, The Royal Canadian Mounted Police have said.
Justin Bourque is suspected of killing three members of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) and injuring two others during a shooting spree on Wednesday evening. A video shot by a by-stander shows two policemen with a vice-like grip on a suspect as he is led to a police car.
Moncton resident Michelle Thibodeau told CTV News that Bourque was arrested in her backyard.
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The Royal Canadian Mounted Police have identified the suspect as Justin Bourque
She noticed a SWAT team driving by when all of a sudden they headed toward the back of the house, screaming, "Come out with your hands up!"
Bourque then emerged and said, "I'm done."
"We were all shaking, it was a very scary moment," she said.
The town of Moncton in New Brunswick was in lockdown as officers searched for the gunman, who was said to have been armed with two military-style assault rifles, a bow and a knife.
Two other officers sustained non-life threatening injuries – one has since been discharged from hospital. The identities of the dead and surviving Mounties have not been released.
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Moncton Shooting Photos (WARNING: GRAPHIC IMAGES)
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An emergency response team member runs past a trailer where murder suspect 24-year-old Justin Bourque resides in Moncton, N.B. on June 5. Bourque is wanted after three RCMP officers were killed and two injured by a gunman wearing military camouflage and wielding two guns on Wednesday. (credit:THE CANADIAN PRESS/Andrew Vaughan)
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Emergency response officers check a residence in Moncton, N.B. on June 5. Three RCMP officers were killed and two injured by a gunman wearing military camouflage and wielding two guns on Wednesday. Police have identified a suspect as 24-year-old Justin Bourque of Moncton. (credit:THE CANADIAN PRESS/Andrew Vaughan)
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Emergency response officers check a residence in Moncton, N.B. on June 5. Three RCMP officers were killed and two injured by a gunman wearing military camouflage and wielding two guns on Wednesday. Police have identified a suspect as 24-year-old Justin Bourque of Moncton. (credit:THE CANADIAN PRESS/Andrew Vaughan)
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RCMP in Moncton, N.B. were on the hunt for shooting suspect Justin Bourque, 24, after three officers were killed and two wounded on June 4, 2014. (credit:Submitted via Daniel Stevens)
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RCMP in Moncton, N.B. were on the hunt for shooting suspect Justin Bourque, 24, after three officers were killed and two wounded on June 4, 2014. (credit:Submitted via Daniel Stevens)
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RCMP in Moncton, N.B. were on the hunt for shooting suspect Justin Bourque, 24, after three officers were killed and two wounded on June 4, 2014. (credit:Submitted via Daniel Stevens)
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RCMP in Moncton, N.B. were on the hunt for shooting suspect Justin Bourque, 24, after three officers were killed and two wounded on June 4, 2014. (credit:Submitted via Daniel Stevens)
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RCMP in Moncton, N.B. were on the hunt for shooting suspect Justin Bourque, 24, after three officers were killed and two wounded on June 4, 2014. (credit:Submitted via Daniel Stevens)
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NEXT: Photos of the Moncton Manhunt By The Canadian Press
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Police keep watch on a house in Moncton, N.B., on June 5 as the search for a heavily armed gunman suspected to have shot three Mounties dead and injured two others continues. (credit:THE CANADIAN PRESS/Marc Grandmaison)
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Police keep watch on a house in Moncton, N.B., on June 5 as the search for a heavily armed gunman suspected to have shot three Mounties dead and injured two others continues. (credit:THE CANADIAN PRESS/Marc Grandmaison)
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Police attend a roadblock on a street in Moncton, N.B. on June 5. Three RCMP officers were killed and two injured by a gunman wearing military camouflage and wielding two guns on Wednesday. Police have identified a suspect as 24-year-old Justin Bourque of Moncton. (credit:THE CANADIAN PRESS/Andrew Vaughan)
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An RCMP officer surrounds a house in Moncton, N.B. on June 5 as the search for a heavily armed gunman suspected to have shot three Mounties dead and injured two others continues. (credit:THE CANADIAN PRESS/Marc Grandmaison)
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An RCMP officer rests his head at a roadblock in Moncton, N.B. on June 5. Three RCMP officers were killed and two injured by a gunman wearing military camouflage and wielding two guns on Wednesday. Police have identified a suspect as 24-year-old Justin Bourque of Moncton. (credit:THE CANADIAN PRESS/Andrew Vaughan)
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Codiac RCMP superintendent Marlene Snowman contains her emotions during a news conference in Moncton on June 5. Snowman said officers were continuing to search for the shooter, more than 16 hours after three officers were killed and a manhunt began. (credit:THE CANADIAN PRESS/Marc Grandmaison)
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N.B. RCMP Commanding officer Roger Brown wipes away tears as the Mayor of Moncton George LeBlanc (not shown) speaks during a news conference in Moncton on June 5. At left, Codiac RCMP superintendent Marlene Snowman looks on. (credit:THE CANADIAN PRESS/Marc Grandmaison)
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Police officers take cover behind their vehicles in Moncton, N.B. on June 4, 2014. RCMP were on the hunt for shooting suspect Justin Bourque, 24, after three officers were killed and two were wounded. (credit:Moncton Times & Transcript, Ron Ward via The Canadian Press)
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RCMP officers use their vehicle to create a perimeter in Moncton, N.B. on June 4, 2014. RCMP were on the hunt for shooting suspect Justin Bourque, 24, after three officers were killed and two were wounded. (credit:CP/Marc Grandmaison)
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RCMP officers use their vehicle to create a perimeter in Moncton, N.B. on Wednesday June 4, 2014. RCMP were on the hunt for shooting suspect Justin Bourque, 24, after three officers were killed and two were wounded. (credit:CP/Marc Grandmaison)
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A RCMP helicopter searches for a gunman in Moncton, N.B. on June 4, 2014. (credit:CP/Marc Grandmaison)
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Police officers walk around a strip mall urging merchants to shut down their stores in Moncton, N.B. on June 4, 2014. RCMP were on the hunt for shooting suspect Justin Bourque, 24, after three officers were killed and two were wounded. (credit:CP/Marc Grandmaison)
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Employees of a grocery store lock down their business in Moncton, N.B. on Wednesday June 4, 2014. RCMP were on the hunt for shooting suspect Justin Bourque, 24, after three officers were killed and two were wounded. (credit:CP/Marc Grandmaison)
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Assistant Commissioner Roger Brown told a press conference on Thursday: "It has perhaps been the darkest day in the history of the New Brunswick RCMP."
The RCMP had urged the public not to reveal the location of officers on social media as it is suspected Bourque may have been using the channels. His Facebook page appeared to still be active as he went on the run.
ew Brunswick Premier David Alward issued a statement after news of Bourque's arrest, praising the RCMP for their dedication and strength – and extended condolences to grieving families.
“These events have been among the most shocking and heart-wrenching moments in my service as premier,” he said.
“To the families, friends, and colleagues of the fallen officers, although we cannot know the full impact of your suffering, your fellow New Brunswickers share the horror and pain.
“You are not alone in your grief - our hearts, minds and prayers are with you during the difficult days ahead.”