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School shootings in Canada include some of the country's deadliest incidents.
Summary
A shooting at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School in northeastern British Columbia left at least 10 people dead and police said a suspected shooter was found dead; investigators say they are checking other linked locations.
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A shooting was reported Tuesday afternoon at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School in northeastern British Columbia. The RCMP reported that at least 10 people were killed and said an individual believed to be the shooter was found dead. Police also identified a separate residence that they said was linked to the case where two more people were found dead. Officers said they are continuing to check other properties and advance the investigation.
Known details:
- The RCMP said the incident at Tumbler Ridge Secondary left at least 10 people dead and that an individual believed to be the shooter was found dead.
- Police reported a second location linked to the case where two more people were found dead, and officers are checking other properties in the area.
- About 100 people were evacuated from the school and some individuals were taken to hospital; authorities described the investigation as ongoing.
Summary:
The Tumbler Ridge incident has been described by police as among the most lethal school attacks in Canada and has prompted an ongoing RCMP investigation. Police say they are continuing to check linked locations and have not announced further procedural steps. Undetermined at this time.
