Canadian Leaders Unite in Vigil for Tumbler Ridge Shooting Victims
On June 18, 2024, a mass shooting occurred at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School and a nearby residence in Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia, Canada. An 18-year-old woman with a history of mental health issues was identified as the suspect. She killed nine people, including herself. Some reports mention 10 fatalities including the shooter, but the majority confirm nine deaths. The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) responded to the incident and are investigating the case.
British Columbia Premier David Eby, Prime Minister Mark Carney, and opposition leader Pierre Poilievre attended a vigil in Tumbler Ridge to honor the victims and expressed their condolences. The event is considered one of Canada's deadliest recent mass shootings and has deeply affected the local community and the wider region.
