At least 10 people were killed and more than 25 injured in a mass shooting at a secondary school in Tumbler Ridge, a small town in British Columbia, Canada, on February 10, 2026. Police said the suspected gunman was found dead at the scene, reportedly from a self-inflicted injury. Authorities confirmed there is no ongoing threat to the public.
The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) received reports of an active shooter at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School around 1:20 p.m. local time. Officers entered the building and found several victims inside. Some victims died at the school, while others succumbed to injuries later. Police also discovered additional bodies at a nearby home believed to be connected to the suspect.
Emergency teams rushed the injured to nearby hospitals. Two critically injured victims were airlifted for advanced treatment, while others were treated locally for non-life-threatening injuries.
Tumbler Ridge Secondary School has around 160 students from Grades 7 to 12. Students and staff were safely evacuated once the situation was brought under control. Officials have not yet released details about the identities of the victims or confirmed how many were students or staff members.
Tumbler Ridge is a remote community of about 2,400 residents located near the foothills of the Rocky Mountains. The tragedy has deeply shaken the town. Authorities announced that schools in the area will remain closed for the rest of the week, and counseling services are being arranged for students, families and staff.
Canadian leaders expressed grief and offered support to the affected families. The Prime Minister called the incident a heartbreaking tragedy and said the federal government would assist the province in any way needed. British Columbia’s premier also assured full support for the community.
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