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Canada School Shooting: 9 Dead in Remote Town Tragedy
11 Feb
Summary
- Nine people were killed in a mass shooting in Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia.
- Seven victims were shot at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School.
- The suspect died from a self-inflicted injury after the attacks.
A tragic mass shooting occurred in Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia, claiming the lives of nine people on Tuesday. The incident unfolded at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School, where seven individuals were fatally shot. The suspect was discovered deceased at the school, apparently from a self-inflicted injury.
Authorities confirmed that a total of 27 people sustained injuries, with two in serious condition. Police had issued an active shooter alert for the school. The investigation is ongoing, with officers searching additional properties for connections to the event.
This violence has sent shockwaves through the picturesque mountain valley town, which has a population of approximately 2,400 residents. Prime Minister Mark Carney and British Columbia Premier David Eby have expressed their devastation and condolences to the victims' families.
