Nine dead, dozens wounded in shootings at Canadian high school, residence

The Royal Canadian Mounted Police said Tuesday that nine people and dozens of others were injured in what appeared to be two linked shootings in British Columbia, including a mass shooting at a high school.

Police said that at least six people were killed in the shooting at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School, with a seventh dying on the way to the hospital, and two others were found dead at a residence believed to be connected to the shooting.

The suspected shooter is also dead from what appears to be a self-inflicted gunshot wound.

The police said approximately 25 people are being assessed and triaged at a local medical center for non‑life‑threatening injuries, and two victims have been airlifted to hospital with serious or life‑threatening injuries. 

“This was a rapidly evolving and dynamic situation, and the swift cooperation from the school, first responders, and the community played a critical role in our response,” North District Commander Ken Floyd of the RCMP said. “Our thoughts are with the families, loved ones, and all those impacted by this tragic incident. 

"This has been an incredibly difficult and emotional day for our community, and we are grateful for the cooperation shown as officers continue their work to advance the investigation," he added.

The British Columbia RCMP Major Crime unit is conducting the investigation into the shooting, but police do not believe there are any outstanding suspects or ongoing threat to the public. 

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