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13-02-2026
The town of Tumbler Ridge in British Columbia, Canada is grieving after a mass shooting at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School left nine people dead, including six children. The 18-year-old suspect, Jesse Van Rootselaar, was found dead from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. The victims included the suspect's mother and step-brother, who were killed at their residence before the suspect went to the school. The town, known for its picturesque scenery and mining history, is coming together to support each other in the aftermath of the tragedy. Many questions remain about the shooting, including the motive and how the suspect obtained the firearms used. The incident is one of the deadliest mass shootings in Canada's history, and has sparked discussions about mental health support and gun control.
Entities: Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia, Canada, Tumbler Ridge Secondary School, Jesse Van Rootselaar • Tone: emotional • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
13-02-2026
A mass shooting occurred in Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia, Canada, where an 18-year-old suspect killed eight people, including six children, and injured 25 others before taking their own life. The suspect, Jesse Van Rootselaar, had a history of mental health struggles and had been visited by police several times in recent years. The motive behind the attack is unclear, and authorities are investigating. The community is in shock and mourning, with residents coming together to support each other.
Entities: Jesse Van Rootselaar, Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia, Canada, Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
13-02-2026
The Canadian Prime Minister, Mark Carney, is set to join a vigil in Tumbler Ridge to mourn the victims of a school shooting that killed six children and an assistant teacher. The shooter, identified as Jesse Van Rootselaar, was found dead at the school with a self-inflicted gunshot wound. The community is grieving, with families of the victims sharing heartfelt tributes to their loved ones. The authorities revealed that the suspect's home had been visited multiple times by police due to concerns over mental health issues and weapons. The incident has highlighted the lack of mental health services in the remote mining town.
Entities: Mark Carney, Tumbler Ridge, Canada, Jesse Van Rootselaar, Kylie Smith • Tone: emotional • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform