Suspect in custody after two killed in Quebec City stabbing attack

At least two people have been killed and five others injured in the Canadian city of Quebec after they were attacked by a man "dressed in medieval clothes".

The attack on Saturday night happened near the national assembly and a man in his mid-20s was arrested just before 1:00 am (local time).

According to officials, the man attacked "multiple victims" with a bladed weapon.

People have been asked to remain indoors as the police determine the motive behind the killing.

Le poste de commandement du @SPVQ_police est déployé devant l'hôtel du Parlement du Québec. pic.twitter.com/WEjxJeqquK

— ICI Québec (@iciquebec) November 1, 2020