Canada School Shooting: At least 10 people, including the suspected attacker, were killed, while about 25 people were injured in a firing incident at a secondary school in Canada’s Tumbler Ridge town on Tuesday. Police said that at present, information regarding the identity of the victims, the reason for the attack and the circumstances of the entire incident has not been shared.

According to police, on February 10 at approximately 1:20 p.m., Tumbler Ridge RCMP received a report of an active shooter at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School. After this the police issued a public alert and teams reached the spot. Police said in a statement that as soon as the information was received, immediate action was taken.

The suspect was also found dead

Police said the suspected attacker was also found dead and initially it appeared to be a case of self-inflicted injury. Investigators are also looking into whether any other suspect was also involved in this incident. According to the police, apart from the suspect, bodies of six more people were found inside the school. Two of the injured were airlifted to the hospital in critical or life-threatening condition, while another injured died on the way to the hospital.

Treatment of about 25 people continues

Police said that about 25 other people have been brought to the local medical center for examination and treatment. Everyone’s treatment is ongoing. An emergency alert was sent to the mobile phones of people in Tumbler Ridge and surrounding areas. In this, the suspect’s appearance was described as ‘a woman with brown hair, wearing a dress’. People were told to stay indoors and away from the area. Police said, ‘People living in the Tumbler Ridge area should stay indoors, keep doors closed and do not go out at this time. All other people should stay away from this area and follow the instructions of the police.

Local leaders keeping an eye on the situation

Local leaders said they are monitoring the situation and working closely with the provincial government. Peace River South MLA Larry Neufeld said that he is returning from Victoria immediately so that he can support the people of his area. After the incident, additional police forces have been sent from nearby areas for help, so that the situation can be handled.

Police officer’s statement

North District Commander Superintendent Ken Floyd said, ‘This was a rapidly changing and very serious situation. The cooperation of schools, first responders and people in the community helped us in our work. Our thoughts are with the families and people who have been affected by this tragic incident. This has been an extremely difficult and emotional day for our community and we are grateful for the cooperation we are receiving as the investigation progresses.

People enthusiastically participated in the New Year celebrations in Noida and Greater Noida city. From societies to malls, special preparations were made on New Year’s Eve. Cultural programs were organized in sectors and societies of Noida and Greater Noida on Wednesday. Disco nights were organized in pubs and bars till late night. In which people were seen completely drenched in the colors of the New Year. People said goodbye to 2025 and welcomed 2026.

Section 163 of the Indian Civil Security Code (BNSS) has already been implemented by the police till January 1. On New Year, police alert was seen everywhere including roads, malls, hotels etc. Here, security checks were seen in crowded public places, malls, hotels, bars, restaurants etc. Also, the police checked crowded places like hotels, restaurants, banquet halls etc. and kept an eye on the suspects. From noon itself, people started reaching malls, hotels and other places to celebrate.

Malls specially decorated

Malls were also decorated before the New Year. People enjoyed the live singing program at Spectrum Metro Mall located in Sector-75. He was also seen taking selfies with his family. Apart from this, children were taken care of in ‘Festopia 2026’ at Gaur City Mall, Greno West. On this occasion, book fair, activities for children, live music, performance and New Year sale were organised.

820 took a temporary license

To celebrate the New Year, programs were organized for liquor lovers at various places in the city. 820 temporary licenses were issued by the Excise Department for parties ranging from homes to hotels, restaurants, banquet halls etc. Licenses were given to commercial and domestic parties. For which fees ranging from Rs 1,000 to Rs 11,000 were charged.