Canada School Massacre: Police ID 18-Year-Old Suspect

Canadian authorities have identified the suspect in a mass shooting at a high school in Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia, as 18-year-old Jesse Van Rootselaar, a local resident. The attack, which occurred on Tuesday, resulted in nine fatalities, including the suspect, a teacher, and five students. More than 25 people were injured, with two sustaining life-threatening injuries, according to multiple reports.

The tragic events unfolded after the suspect opened fire at the high school. Prior to the school shooting, two additional bodies were discovered at the suspect's family residence, including the suspect's mother and step-brother. Police were called to the home after receiving a call from a female youth related to the suspect and victims, according to The Guardian.

Deputy Commissioner Dwayne McDonald confirmed the suspect's identity and revised the death toll, which initially included six fatalities. The victims at the school included a 39-year-old teacher and three 12-year-old female students. A female victim with significant injuries survived the attack and remains in critical condition.

The shooting is considered one of the deadliest mass shootings in Canadian history. Authorities are investigating the motive behind the attack and the circumstances leading up to the tragic events. Mark Carney spoke to the media about the mass shooting in Ottawa, Canada, according to The Guardian.