Feb 11 • 03:09 UTC 🇧🇷 Brazil Folha (PT)

Shooting attack at school leaves 10 dead in Canada

A shooting in a remote Canadian area has resulted in 10 deaths, including the suspected shooter, in Tumbler Ridge.

A tragic shooting incident occurred in Tumbler Ridge, a small municipality in northern British Columbia, Canada, where ten individuals were found dead, including the suspected shooter. The Royal Canadian Mounted Police reported that six victims were discovered at a local high school, while two others were found in a residence believed to be connected to the incident. Additionally, one person succumbed to their injuries while being transported to the hospital. The police have indicated that the suspected shooter also died from what appears to be a self-inflicted wound, leading them to believe there are no further threats to the public or additional suspects at large. Tumbler Ridge, nestled at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, has a small population of approximately 2,400 residents, making such a violent act all the more shocking for the community. In the wake of this tragedy, an additional 25 individuals are reported to be receiving treatment for injuries at a local medical center. The incident has shaken this tight-knit community, raising concerns about safety in schools and the broader implications for mental health resources and public safety measures in Canada, especially in remote areas where such incidents can severely impact small populations.

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