An 18-year-old resident of Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia, identified as Jesse Van Rootselaar, has been confirmed as the suspect in a shooting that resulted in nine deaths, including his own, according to The Guardian. The tragic events unfolded at the suspect's family residence and then at a local high school, leaving a community reeling.
The Guardian reported that the initial deaths occurred at the suspect's family home, where his 39-year-old mother and 11-year-old step-brother were found deceased. The suspect then proceeded to the high school, where he killed 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. Police were alerted to the situation after receiving a call from a female youth related to the suspect and victims.
In other news, a 13-year-old boy from Perth, Australia, swam for four kilometers and then ran two kilometers to get help for his family after they were swept out to sea in Western Australia, as reported by Sky News. Authorities released audio of the emergency call made by Austin Appelbee. He and his mother, brother, and sister were on an inflatable kayak and paddleboards when they encountered difficulties.
Meanwhile, in Bangladesh, an era-defining election is underway, with the potential to reshape the country's political landscape, according to Sky News. The election follows a civil conflict that saw protests face a brutal crackdown. It is the first time citizens will be able to vote since a mass student uprising in 2024 led to the ouster of the country's longest-serving prime minister, Sheikh Hasina.
In Portugal, heavy rains have caused widespread flooding, evacuations, and infrastructure damage, as reported by Euronews. Rising river levels and heavy rain increased the risk of landslides and further flooding in several areas, particularly in the districts of Aveiro and Coimbra. Residents in Albergaria-a-Velha were evacuated due to rising waters and landslide risks.
Finally, a report by the United Nations revealed that Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa and two of his senior cabinet ministers were the targets of five foiled assassination attempts by ISIL (ISIS) over the past year, according to Al Jazeera. The UN Office of Counter-Terrorism released the document, highlighting the persistent threat posed by the armed group.
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