'It was terrifying': Tumbler Ridge's tight-knit community in shock after shooting

BBC News - WorldCenterEN 4 min read 100% complete February 11, 2026 at 07:39 PM

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A shooting in Tumbler Ridge, a small Canadian town northeast of Vancouver, has left the community in shock. The incident occurred at a local secondary school and a home, resulting in nine fatalities and at least 25 injuries. Residents described the fear and uncertainty during the school lockdown, highlighting the close-knit nature of the town of 2500 people. Communication was difficult, leaving families to rely on social media for information as emergency vehicles arrived at the school and a nearby medical center. The motive for the shooting is currently unknown.

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