At least eight people have been killed in a tragic Canada school shooting attack in Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia.
Authorities say an 18-year-old woman is suspected to have carried out the attack, which has shocked the small Canadian mountain community.
Police report that the suspect allegedly killed her mother and stepbrother at a residence before proceeding to a local school, where the shooting occurred.
Among the victims were a female teacher, three 12-year-old girls, and two boys aged 12 and 13. The other two victims were relatives of the suspect who were found at the residence.
The family of 12-year-old Kylie Smith has publicly confirmed that she was among those killed in the attack.
Police have identified the suspect as Jesse Van Rootselaar, an 18-year-old former student who reportedly dropped out of school about four years ago.
Authorities say they are still investigating the motive behind the attack. Police also disclosed that they had previously interacted with the suspect regarding mental health concerns.
