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Canada school shooting victims have been named
Summary
Authorities say an 18-year-old gunman opened fire at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School, killing eight people and injuring at least 25 others.
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An 18-year-old opened fire at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School in British Columbia on Tuesday, officials reported. Police have named the gunman as Jesse Van Rootselaar and said he died at the scene. Authorities say eight people were killed and dozens were wounded, including students and a teacher. The event prompted a province-wide day of mourning and national expressions of condolence.
Known details:
- Police identified the shooter as Jesse Van Rootselaar, 18, who died at the school.
- Officials reported eight people killed and at least 25 others injured.
- Those killed include several students, a teacher, and two family members found at a home.
- The RCMP said there had been previous mental-health related call-outs to the family and that firearms taken from the home had at one point been returned.
Summary:
The shooting has left the small Tumbler Ridge community mourning and prompted official days of remembrance. Investigations and local supports are reported to be underway. Undetermined at this time.
