Ten Dead in Tumbler Ridge School Shooting
A shooting at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School in British Columbia has left at least 10 people dead, including the suspected attacker, Canadian police confirmed on Tuesday.
The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) responded to reports of an active shooter at the school in the small town of Tumbler Ridge.
Victims Found at School and Nearby Home
Officers found six people dead inside the school building. Another victim died while being transported to hospital.
In addition, police discovered two more victims at a nearby home that investigators believe is connected to the school attack.
Authorities have not confirmed how many of the victims were minors.
Suspected Attacker Found Dead
The RCMP reported that officers located the individual believed to be responsible for the shooting. Police said the suspect died from what appears to be a self-inflicted injury.
Meanwhile, emergency teams airlifted two people to hospital with serious or life-threatening injuries. Medical staff are also treating around 25 others at a local medical centre for non-life-threatening injuries.
School Community Evacuated Safely
Police safely evacuated all remaining students and staff from the school. Officers continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the attack.
British Columbia Premier David Eby described the incident as an “unimaginable tragedy.”
Authorities have not yet released further details about the motive.
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