Shooting at Tumbler Ridge School Leaves Multiple Victims, Suspect Dead

Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia—Police in northeastern British Columbia responded to a confirmed active shooter incident at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School on Tuesday afternoon, February 10, 2026, confirming multiple victims and the death of one suspect as the situation remained fluid into the evening.

The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) issued an emergency alert shortly after 2 p.m. Pacific Time, covering Tumbler Ridge and surrounding areas including Chetwynd and Dawson Creek. The alert described the initial suspect as a woman with brown hair wearing a dress and urged residents to shelter in place, lock their doors, and avoid the area. "Those in the Tumbler Ridge area are asked to stay inside and shelter in place, lock your doors and refrain from leaving your home or business at this time," the RCMP stated.

Officers entered the school following reports of gunfire, with an air ambulance dispatched to the scene. RCMP Staff Sgt. Kris Clark confirmed multiple victims but did not specify the number or severity of injuries. Authorities noted that the original suspect had been located deceased, though investigators continued to assess whether a second suspect was involved. Every...