An active shooter alert was issued after a shooting at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School, and anyone in or around the community is advised to stay indoors.
“We have no confirmation on the number of individuals injured or requiring assistance,” said the RCMP in a statement, where they confirmed the shooting took place at 1:20 this afternoon.
“Those in 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 emergency alert sent throughout the Peace reads.
“The original suspect is believed to have been located deceased,” the Mounties’ statement says. In the alert sent nearly an hour before this update, they described this “original suspect” as a “female in a dress with brown hair.”
It is unclear if there are additional suspects, police said. To aid them in their search, additional resources from surrounding detachments, and the North District Emergency Response Team, are in Tumbler Ridge.
In response to this situation, Larry Neufeld, the MLA for Peace River South, which includes Tumbler Ridge, issued a statement. He assured residents he is in touch with the Solicitor General “to receive updates and to ensure all necessary provincial resources are being made available.”
“I am aware of the active shooter situation currently unfolding in Tumbler Ridge, and my thoughts are with residents as this situation continues to develop,” Neufeld said.
Residents should remain indoors as much as possible. Anyone who must venture out should avoid being on their phone, spot areas to seek cover if needed, and if attacked, they should call 9-1-1 as soon as it is safe to do so.
