Bronze statue of boy vandalized at site of former Montreal convent [Video]

The mayor of Lachine said she wants police to open an investigation after a bronze statue of a young boy was dismembered in a monument paying hommage to the founder of the Motherhouse of the Sisters of Saint Anne.

The monument is on the land of a former convent at 1950 Provost St. and includes three statues: Sister Marie-Anne (born Esther Blondin) and two children. The young boy’s arms appear to have been sawed off and one of his legs has a deep cut, according to photos shared on social media on Thursday.

Borough Mayor Maja Vodanovic said she was notified about the vandalism on Wednesday and has spoken to a Montreal police commander.

“I find this unacceptable and I want to find out who did it,” Vodanovic told CTV News. “I want there to be an investigation.”

Reached Thursday evening, a Montreal police spokesperson said she was aware of the photos circulating online but said a …