politics
February 17, 2026
Canadian school shooter was ‘hunting’ victims
Canadian police say the suspect in a mass shooting in Tumbler Ridge appeared to be “hunting” for victims
TL;DR
- The suspect killed eight people and injured 27 others in a school shooting and preceding family homicides.
- Police described the suspect's actions as 'hunting' for victims, indicating a lack of specific targeting.
- The 18-year-old suspect had a documented history of mental health concerns and previously held a firearms license.
- Multiple firearms were seized from the school and the family residence, though the origin of the main weapon used in the school attack remains unknown.
- The suspect's mother had previously posted about the suspect's interest in firearms and target practice.