Nine people, including the suspect, died in a shooting at a high school and a private residence in Tumbler Ridge, Canada, in one of the deadliest mass shootings in the country's history, according to multiple reports. The suspect, identified as 18-year-old Jesse Van Rootselaar, opened fire at the school before the attack, which also included a private residence.
The initial incident began at the suspect's family residence, where the suspect's mother and step-brother were found dead. Police were called to the home after they had been called to the school by a female youth related to the suspect and victims, according to The Guardian. The suspect then went to the high school, where a 39-year-old teacher and three 12-year-old female students were killed. A 39-year-old female victim with significant injuries survived and remained in critical condition. More than 25 people were injured in total, with two suffering life-threatening injuries, according to The Guardian.
Deputy commissioner Dwayne McDonald confirmed the suspect's identity, according to The Guardian. Police responded to the scene after receiving calls about the incident. Authorities took up positions outside the home where two additional bodies were found, according to The Guardian.
The incident is under investigation, and authorities have not yet released a motive for the shooting. The community is reeling from the tragedy, with many expressing shock and grief.
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