Canadian police confirm that nine people have tragically died in a mass shooting incident in Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia, which occurred at a school and nearby home. An additional 25 individuals were injured during the attack, and the body of the suspected shooter was found at the scene.
The shooting unfolded during a lockdown initiated at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School after reports of an active shooter were received by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) at approximately 1:20 PM local time. Officers responded within minutes, issuing shelter-in-place alerts for residents in the area.
Authorities have confirmed that six victims were located within the school and two in a nearby home. Two other victims were seriously injured and airlifted to the hospital. Further investigations are ongoing as police search additional properties for potential victims.
The suspect, who was identified but not named publicly, was discovered dead following a self-inflicted injury. Officials are evaluating the motives behind the attack and whether the suspect had ties to the school, stated Chief Supt Ken Floyd of the RCMP North District.
Community leaders have expressed their devastation over the incident, describing Tumbler Ridge as a close-knit town of around 2,400 residents. Mayor Darryl Krakowka remarked that many of the victims would likely be acquaintances or family members.
British Columbia’s Premier David Eby reacted strongly to the shootings, calling it an unimaginable tragedy, while the Prime Minister has suspended his upcoming trip to Germany to address the nation during this crisis.
As details continue to emerge, the community remains united in grief, coming together to support those affected by this horrific event.
The shooting unfolded during a lockdown initiated at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School after reports of an active shooter were received by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) at approximately 1:20 PM local time. Officers responded within minutes, issuing shelter-in-place alerts for residents in the area.
Authorities have confirmed that six victims were located within the school and two in a nearby home. Two other victims were seriously injured and airlifted to the hospital. Further investigations are ongoing as police search additional properties for potential victims.
The suspect, who was identified but not named publicly, was discovered dead following a self-inflicted injury. Officials are evaluating the motives behind the attack and whether the suspect had ties to the school, stated Chief Supt Ken Floyd of the RCMP North District.
Community leaders have expressed their devastation over the incident, describing Tumbler Ridge as a close-knit town of around 2,400 residents. Mayor Darryl Krakowka remarked that many of the victims would likely be acquaintances or family members.
British Columbia’s Premier David Eby reacted strongly to the shootings, calling it an unimaginable tragedy, while the Prime Minister has suspended his upcoming trip to Germany to address the nation during this crisis.
As details continue to emerge, the community remains united in grief, coming together to support those affected by this horrific event.
