Several people died while dozens were left injured in a tragic shooting at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School in British Columbia on Wednesday afternoon, according to law enforcement officials and local reports. The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) confirmed that officers responded to what was described as an active shooter situation at the school shortly after 1:20 p.m. Pacific Time. Emergency personnel rushed to the campus as reports emerged of multiple victims inside the building.
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The authorities said several individuals were found wounded within the school premises. Additional casualties were later located at a separate site nearby, though investigators have not clarified how the two scenes are connected. Some victims were pronounced dead at the scene, while others died while being transported to hospital. Two people suffering from critical injuries were airlifted to receive urgent medical care. Dozens more were examined locally for injuries that were not considered life-threatening.
The suspect, initially described by witnesses as a woman with brown hair wearing a dress, was later confirmed deceased. Investigators believe the individual died from a self-inflicted injury. By 5:46 p.m. PT, the RCMP announced that the active shooter alert had been lifted, indicating there was no ongoing threat to the public.
The motive behind the attack remains unclear. Authorities have not commented on whether the suspect had any known connection to the school or its students and staff. Investigators continue to secure the area and collect evidence as part of what is expected to be a complex inquiry.
