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Canada is mourning after a devastating shooting in the small community of Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia, where nine people were killed and at least 25 injured. The violence occurred at a secondary school and a nearby residence, making it one of the country’s deadliest attacks in decades. Most victims were discovered inside the school, while two others were found at a connected home. Police located the suspected attacker dead at the scene from an apparent self-inflicted injury.
Witnesses described terrifying moments as students barricaded classroom doors with furniture while waiting for help. Authorities had earlier issued an alert describing the suspect as a woman wearing a dress, but investigators have released few details about identity or motive, saying it may take time to understand what led to the tragedy.
Leaders across Canada expressed shock and sympathy, calling the incident horrific and urging support for the tight-knit town. Mass shootings are rare in the country, and the community’s schools remained closed while counseling and recovery efforts began for grieving families and survivors.
🚨 At least 10 dead and 30 injured after someone wearing a dress opened fire at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School in Canada pic.twitter.com/qTWDgEDFpQ
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