VANCOUVER, B.C. — A profound sense of shock has gripped the province of British Columbia following a devastating mass shooting at a local secondary school on Wednesday. Local authorities have confirmed that ten individuals, including the perpetrator, have lost their lives, while at least 25 others sustained injuries during the midday assault.
The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) responded to emergency calls reporting active gunfire within the educational facility. Upon securing the premises, tactical units discovered the suspect deceased. In an official statement, the RCMP identified the individual as a female with brown hair, matching the description provided in an earlier emergency alert that noted she was wearing a dress. Preliminary findings suggest the suspect died from a self-inflicted injury; however, a formal forensic examination is pending.
The 25 injured victims were transported to regional trauma centers via a fleet of ambulances and air-evacuation units. Medical officials report that several individuals remain in critical condition, and the casualty count may fluctuate as the investigation progresses.
“This is an unimaginable tragedy that has struck at the very heart of our community,” a senior RCMP spokesperson stated during a press briefing. “Our immediate priority is supporting the families of the victims and ensuring the safety of the surviving students and faculty who have endured an incomprehensible ordeal.”
A heavy police presence remains at the scene as specialized forensic teams begin the arduous task of processing the site. While the identity of the shooter has been established, her motive remains unknown. Investigators are currently reviewing surveillance footage and interviewing witnesses to determine the sequence of events leading up to the violence.
In the wake of the event, provincial leaders have called for a period of mourning, promising a comprehensive inquiry into how such an incident occurred. Support services have been deployed to assist the community in navigating the trauma of one of the deadliest shootings in Canadian history.
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