News release

Police Emergency Alert issued due to active shooter incident in Tumbler Ridge

February 10, 2026 - Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia
From: Tumbler Ridge RCMP

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The Tumbler Ridge RCMP has issued a localized police emergency alert due to an active shooter incident. 

As of 1:20 p.m. the Tumbler Ridge RCMP are currently on scene of a confirmed active shooter incident at the Tumber Ridge Secondary School.  Those in the Tumbler Ridge area are asked to stay inside (shelter in place), lock your doors and refrain from leaving your home or business at this time.  All others need to avoid the area and follow police directions and restrictions.   

The original suspect is believed to have been located deceased. Work continues to determine whether a second suspect was involved and the total number of victims involved.

Do not approach. Call 9-1-1

Additional police resources are being deployed to the area from neighbouring detachments, along with the North District Emergency Response Team. 

We have no confirmation at this time on the number of individuals injured or requiring assistance. 

Instructions:

Be alert to your surroundings

Observe what is going on around you and avoid distractions such as texting, listening to headphones or being on your cell phone.

Plan to seek cover for protection

Look for places to seek cover. Place a barrier between yourself and the threat using solid objects, walls and locked doors as protection. Do not post photos or videos of police officer locations or movements. Keep silent.

Report information to Police

When you are safe, call 9-1-1 and be prepared to provide information to the operator including location of the incident, number of injured and details about the attacker(s).

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