Two people die of carbon monoxide poisoning in Gatineau

 

 

The fire department reported that two people died of carbon monoxide poisoning in Gatineau, Quebec. The carbon monoxide leak occurred at a home on Wildfriedlavigne Boulevard in the city's Aylmer sector around 7 p.m. Saturday. When firefighters arrived at the home, they found two people unconscious. Fire officials confirmed that they were pronounced dead at the scene. Gatineau police have opened a case and are investigating the incident.

Police told the media that it was an accidental death and that criminal involvement was ruled out. Investigators said the car was in the garage with the ignition on when police arrived. Gatineau police said the deceased have not yet been identified and an update is expected next week.