A tragic mass shooting rocked a high school in Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia, claiming the lives of at least 10 people, including the gunman. The incident unfolded on Tuesday, sending shockwaves through the tight-knit community.
Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) confirmed that six individuals were found dead inside the school premises. Another victim succumbed to injuries en route to the hospital. The suspect, believed to have taken his own life, was also discovered deceased at the scene.
Authorities linked two additional bodies found in a nearby residence to the same event, suggesting a possible connection in the sequence of violence. Several others sustained injuries and are receiving medical attention after initial treatment.
Local MLA Larry Muffeld expressed profound grief over the ‘devastating and deeply disturbing’ event. In a statement on social media, he noted close monitoring of the situation and praised the swift response from first responders, school staff, and officials.
‘My thoughts are with the students, families, teachers, and the entire Tumbler Ridge community,’ Muffeld said, emphasizing the profound impact on this small town where everyone feels connected. He urged patience as police conduct their investigation and verify details.
Support is being offered to those experiencing emotional distress following the horror. The motive behind the shooting remains under investigation, with no further details on the suspect released yet.
As the community mourns, questions swirl about school safety and gun violence in Canada, a nation rarely confronted with such domestic tragedies on this scale. Updates will follow as more information emerges.