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Ten dead and dozens injured in British Columbia mass shooting

Canadian police confirm ten killed in school-linked mass shooting in British Columbia
  • A mass shooting in Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia, on Tuesday resulted in nine fatalities, as well as the suspected gunman.
  • Six victims were found dead inside Tumbler Ridge Secondary School, with another dying en route to hospital, and two more found deceased in a local home.
  • The suspected shooter died from what police believe was a self-inflicted injury inside the school; their identity and motive remain unknown.
  • Two individuals sustained serious or life-threatening injuries and were airlifted to hospital, while approximately 25 others received treatment for non-life-threatening injuries.
  • Authorities have confirmed there are no outstanding suspects or ongoing threats, though schools in Tumbler Ridge will remain closed for the rest of the week following the tragic incident.
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