Suspect Deceased Following Reports of Active Shooter at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School
Authorities in British Columbia have confirmed that a suspect is deceased following an “active shooter incident” at a secondary school in Tumbler Ridge. Law enforcement responded rapidly to the scene in the remote northeastern municipality, where the situation has since been contained.
While the death of the suspect has been verified, critical details regarding the timeline of events remain under investigation. Officials have not yet confirmed the cause of the suspect’s death, nor whether they were engaged by police or died by a self-inflicted wound. Furthermore, there is currently no official word regarding other casualties or injuries among students and staff, raising urgent concerns within the community as parents and residents await a full briefing.
Tumbler Ridge, a small district with a population of roughly 2,000, rarely experiences violent crime of this magnitude. The secondary school is a central hub for the close-knit community, making the incident particularly shocking. Police have secured the perimeter and are asking the public to avoid the area to allow emergency services to process the scene. Updates regarding potential victims and the suspect’s motive are expected as the investigation proceeds.
