Tumbler Ridge capturing newest: At least 9 killed and dozens injured after mass capturing at school and residential in Canada
At least 10 people have died and more than 25 others are injured after a mass shooting at a school and home in British Columbia on Tuesday.
Authorities in Canada said the death toll included the suspect, who was described in an earlier police alert as a woman with brown hair wearing a dress.
Eight of those killed were at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School, while two more people were found dead at a home believed to be connected to the incident.
RCMP Superintendent Ken Floyd told reporters that investigators knew the identity of the shooter but would not release a name yet, while the motive for the attack remained unclear.
Tumbler Ridge town has a population of just 2,400, and is located 600 miles north of Vancouver. The provincial government website lists Tumbler Ridge Secondary School as having 175 students from Grades 7 to 12.
The Peace River South School District said earlier on Tuesday that there was a “lockdown and secure and hold” at both the secondary school and the Tumbler Ridge Elementary school.
District of Tumbler Ridge issues statement
The District of Tumbler Ridge issued a statement on Wednesday and said that the community had “experienced a deeply distressing incident”.
“Our hearts are with all those affected, and we recognise that many residents may be feeling shocked, scared, and overwhelmed,” the statement said.
The statement urged residents to rely on official updates from the police for more details.
Mark Carney ‘devastated’ by the mass shooting
Canadian prime minister Mark Carney said he was “devastated” by the mass shooting at Tumbler Ridge in British Columbia.
He said: “I join Canadians in grieving with those whose lives have been changed irreversibly today, and in gratitude for the courage and selflessness of the first responders who risked their lives to protect their fellow citizens.
“Our ability to come together in crisis is the best of our country — our empathy, our unity, and our compassion for each other.
“I have connected with Premier Eby to express my condolences, and with the Minister of Public Safety, Gary Anandasangaree, who is coordinating the federal response.
“Our officials are in close contact with their counterparts to ensure the community is fully supported as best we can. The Government of Canada stands with all British Columbians as they confront this horrible tragedy.”
Police say they are searching other homes and properties for more victims
Police said they are searching other homes and properties for more victims or people “otherwise linked to today’s events”.
“This was a rapidly evolving and dynamic situation, and the swift cooperation from the school, first responders, and the community played a critical role in our response,” Superintendent Ken Floyd, North District Commander, said in the news release.
“Our thoughts are with the families, loved ones, and all those impacted by this tragic incident. This has been an incredibly difficult and emotional day for our community, and we are grateful for the cooperation shown as officers continue their work to advance the investigation,” Floyd continued.
Suspected shooter found dead
The suspected shooter in the deadly incident at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School has been found dead with what police say appears to be a “self-inflicted injury”.
Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) said officers responded to reports of an active shooter at about 1.20pm local time on Tuesday, where six people were found dead and dozens more injured.
Another victim died while being transported to hospital.
Two people with life-threatening injuries were airlifted for treatment, while around 25 others with non-life-threatening injuries are being cared for at a local medical centre.
Police also discovered two additional bodies at a nearby residence believed to be connected to the incident, and said searches of other properties are ongoing.
“Officers are conducting further searches of additional homes and properties to determine whether anyone else may be injured or otherwise linked to today’s events,” police said in a statement.
10 dead including shooter after attack on school in British Columbia
At least 10 people have died and more than 25 others are injured after a mass shooting at a school and home in British Columbia on Tuesday.
Authorities in Canada said the death toll included the suspect, who was described in an earlier police alert as a woman with brown hair wearing a dress.
Eight of those killed were at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School, while two more people were found dead at a home believed to be connected to the incident.
Source: independent.co.uk
