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Tumbler Ridge mass shooting: Latest developments and updates
A shooting incident in a rural area of western Canada has resulted in the deaths of nine individuals and injured 25 others, with the violence occurring at both a school and a residence.
A mass shooting has occurred in the rural community of Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia, resulting in the deaths of nine individuals at a school and a residence.
In addition to the fatalities, 25 people were injured, and the body of the suspect was discovered at the scene.
The following details have been confirmed regarding this incident, which is considered one of the most severe gun attacks in Canadian history.
The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) received a report of an active shooter at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School at 13:20 local time on Tuesday, prompting an immediate response.
Officers were deployed to the scene, and an active shooter alert was issued for the surrounding area, warning residents to take precautions.
Local residents were advised to remain indoors, lock their doors, and avoid leaving their homes or businesses until further notice.
A lockdown was implemented at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School and the nearby Tumble Ridge Elementary School as a precautionary measure.
According to British Columbia's Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General, Nina Krieger, police officers arrived at the scene within two minutes of receiving the initial call, which likely prevented further casualties.
The swift response from law enforcement is credited with minimizing the loss of life.
Tumbler Ridge is a small community with approximately 2,400 residents, and the local secondary school has an enrollment of 160 students in Grades 7-12.
The RCMP has confirmed that six additional individuals, excluding the suspect, were found deceased inside the school.
Two victims were airlifted to a hospital with severe injuries, while a third victim succumbed to their injuries during transport.
Around 25 others are being treated for non-life-threatening injuries at a local medical center.
The investigation has also revealed that two more victims were discovered in a nearby residence.
As part of the ongoing investigation, police have identified a secondary location connected to the incident, where two additional victims were found deceased.
Law enforcement officers are conducting further searches of the area to determine if there are any other potential victims or individuals linked to the incident.
The identities and ages of the victims have not been released at this time.
Authorities have confirmed that they are aware of the suspect's identity but have not disclosed further information.
The suspect was found deceased inside the school with a self-inflicted injury.
At a news conference, RCMP North District Commander Chief Supt Ken Floyd confirmed that the suspect matched the description provided in an earlier alert sent to local residents.
The alert described the individual as a "female in a dress with brown hair," but the person's name and gender have not been publicly disclosed.
The police are investigating the suspect's possible motives and any potential connections to the school.
Darian Quist, a Grade 12 student at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School, and his mother, Shelley Quist, shared their account of the events with CBC Radio West host Sarah Penton.
Darian recalled that shortly after arriving at his class at 13:30 local time, an alarm sounded, and instructions were given to close the doors due to a lockdown.
As the doors remained closed, Darian and his classmates began to realize that something was amiss.
Darian received photos from the scene on his phone, which heightened his concern.
He and his classmates barricaded the doors with tables for over two hours until police arrived to escort them out of the school.
Darian was reunited with his mother at a nearby community center after being evacuated from the school.
Shelley Quist recounted hearing the sound of police kicking down her son's classroom door and escorting students out of the school over the phone.
She immediately went to the community center, which is located close to her home, to reunite with her son.
Tumbler Ridge Mayor Darryl Krakowka expressed his expectation that he would personally know all of the victims, given the small and close-knit nature of the community.
Mayor Krakowka, who has lived in the community for 19 years, referred to the residents as "family" rather than just constituents.
The mayor's comments came after the shelter-in-place order was lifted, and he had emerged from the town hall.
Tumbler Ridge town councillor Chris Norbury described the community's shock and devastation in the aftermath of the shootings during an interview with BBC Radio 4's Today programme.
Councillor Norbury emphasized that the community is typically very safe, with minimal concerns about crime.
He characterized the event as a significant tragedy for the community.
The councillor visited the secondary school and witnessed emergency services blocking the entrance.
He noted that the community is small, with only three police vehicles, and that everyone knows each other, making the loss even more personal.
British Columbia Premier David Eby described the shootings as a "devastating and unimaginable tragedy."
Premier Eby acknowledged the community's pain and expressed his own emotional response, stating that the incident would likely cause people to be more appreciative of their loved ones.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has put his upcoming visit to Germany on hold, according to recent developments.
The community in question is situated approximately 670 kilometers northeast of Vancouver, a significant distance from the city.
Tumbler Ridge is renowned for its rich coal mining history and notable paleontological discoveries, including dinosaur fossils, which has led the town to brand itself as a destination featuring an array of waterfalls and dinosaur-related attractions.
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Spielberg Contributes $25,000 to Van Der Beek’s $2 Million Crowdfunding Campaign
The relatives of the deceased actor, known for his role in Dawson’s Creek, have expressed gratitude to those who contributed to the $2m fund.
A donation of $25,000 (£21,000) has been made by film director Steven Spielberg and his wife, Kate Capshaw, to a GoFundMe campaign that has raised over $2m (£1.6m) for the family of late actor James Van Der Beek.
Van Der Beek, who passed away at the age of 48, is survived by his wife Kimberly and their six children, and the crowdfunding effort to support his family has now exceeded its initial target of $2m.
Other notable donors include Oscar-winning actress Zoe Saldana, who contributed $2,500 (£2,108), and director Jon M Chu, who gave $10,000 (£8,432) to the cause.
A statement from the organizers of the fundraiser, Friends of the Van Der Beek family, expressed gratitude to all contributors, stating that their support is deeply appreciated.
The statement highlighted the significance of the donations, saying that the kindness shown by contributors is beyond words.
It also noted that the outpouring of support has been a source of comfort during a difficult time, serving as a reminder of the power of love, community, and the enduring legacy of James Van Der Beek.
Van Der Beek was perhaps best known for his starring role in the popular US teen drama series Dawson's Creek, which aired from 1998 to 2003, although he remained associated with the show until 2023.
Although Van Der Beek and Spielberg never collaborated on a project, the late actor's character in Dawson's Creek was a fan of Spielberg's work, with posters of films like ET and Schindler's List featured in his bedroom.
At a Dawson's Creek cast reunion event last year, Spielberg paid tribute to Van Der Beek by sending a video message.
In the message, Spielberg said, "Dawson, you made it," and jokingly added that he hoped to one day have a room like Dawson's, filled with memorabilia from his films.
Van Der Beek passed away on Wednesday after a battle with bowel cancer.
He had been dealing with the diagnosis since August 2023 and publicly disclosed his condition in November 2024.
The GoFundMe campaign was launched to help the family with medical expenses, which had depleted their funds.
The statement from the organizers concluded by saying that the family is currently taking time to grieve and be together, and thanked everyone for their compassionate and generous support in honoring James Van Der Beek's life.
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Zimbabwe Shocks Australia with Muzarabani’s Exceptional Performance
Zimbabwe secured a stunning 23-run victory over Australia in the T20 World Cup, with Blessing Muzarabani playing a key role by taking 4-17.
In the current T20 world rankings, Zimbabwe occupies the 12th position.
The Men's T20 World Cup is underway in Group B at Colombo.
Zimbabwe's innings concluded at 169-2 after 20 overs, with Bennett scoring an unbeaten 64 off 56 deliveries, while Green claimed 1-6.
Australia's reply ended at 146 after 19.3 overs, as Renshaw top-scored with 65 off 44 balls, and Muzarabani took 4-17.
The match resulted in a 23-run victory for Zimbabwe.
A standout performance from Blessing Muzarabani, who took 4-17, helped Zimbabwe secure a thrilling 23-run win over Australia in the T20 World Cup.
After being set a target of 170, Australia found themselves in trouble at 29-4, but a 77-run partnership between Matthew Renshaw and Glenn Maxwell for the fifth wicket gave them hope.
With 34 runs needed from the last two overs, Renshaw's dismissal for 65, caught off Muzarabani with eight balls remaining, essentially sealed the game's outcome.
The result has left Group B finely balanced after two matches each, with Australia trailing Zimbabwe and Sri Lanka by two points, ahead of their meeting with Sri Lanka on Monday.
Initially, Zimbabwe's approach to batting first at the R. Premadasa Stadium appeared overly cautious.
Brian Bennett's innings of 64 not out from 56 balls, including seven fours, was played at a strike rate of 114.28, as he anchored the Zimbabwean batting.
In contrast, Tadiwanashe Marumani and Ryan Burl adopted a more aggressive approach, scoring 35 off 21 and 30 balls, respectively.
A late surge from Zimbabwe skipper Sikandar Raza, who scored 25 off 13 balls, including the team's only six on the final ball, provided a boost to their total.
Australia's target seemed achievable, given their total of 182-6 in their previous win against Ireland.
However, the Australian batting line-up was severely dented by the loss of key wickets, including Josh Inglis, Travis Head, Cameron Green, and Tim David, courtesy of Muzarabani and Brad Evans.
A partnership between Renshaw and Maxwell offered some respite, but when Maxwell fell for 31, dragged on to Burl, the pressure mounted on Australia.
Muzarabani's return to bowl the penultimate over proved decisive, as he removed Renshaw, and Zimbabwe subsequently wrapped up the win.
There are calls for the ICC to review the rules regarding 12th men.
For more information, including notifications and social media updates, visit BBC Sport.
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FA Cup Finalists Outside the Big Six Since 2008
As the FA Cup resumes this weekend, assess your understanding of past finalists that have competed from beyond the Premier League’s top six clubs.
This weekend, the FA Cup resumes with 32 teams remaining in contention for the historic trophy, which has been awarded for 155 years and will be presented to the winner in May.
Historically, the Premier League's top six clubs – Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, Manchester City, Manchester United, and Tottenham – have dominated the FA Cup, claiming 32 titles out of the last 37.
However, in recent years, teams outside of this elite group have experienced some notable victories in the competition.
Since 2008, 10 teams from outside the traditional 'big six' have advanced to the FA Cup final – can you identify all of them?
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