In a showing of solidarity, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney attended a vigil in Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia, where the community mourned the tragic loss of eight victims in a recent mass shooting. Hundreds of residents gathered to pay their respects, while Carney emphasized that 'Canadians are with you, we will always be with you.' The victims included six young school children, and their memory is deeply rooted in the heart of the community.
Residents were visibly emotional, seeking comfort in one another as political leaders joined to support the grieving town. Many locals expressed the shock of such an event happening in their tight-knit community, where they typically take care of one another.
The shooter, 18-year-old Jesse Van Rootselaar, took his own life following the attack, which left the community grappling with newfound grief and a heavy heart. Attendees of the vigil included families of the victims, and Carney invited other political leaders to stand together in their shared commitment to support Tumbler Ridge during this dark time. The investigation into the shooting continues as authorities seek clarity on the motives and circumstances surrounding this heart-wrenching incident.
Residents were visibly emotional, seeking comfort in one another as political leaders joined to support the grieving town. Many locals expressed the shock of such an event happening in their tight-knit community, where they typically take care of one another.
The shooter, 18-year-old Jesse Van Rootselaar, took his own life following the attack, which left the community grappling with newfound grief and a heavy heart. Attendees of the vigil included families of the victims, and Carney invited other political leaders to stand together in their shared commitment to support Tumbler Ridge during this dark time. The investigation into the shooting continues as authorities seek clarity on the motives and circumstances surrounding this heart-wrenching incident.
