Neighbors find bodies in Tumbler Ridge shooter’s home

Tumbler Ridge Shooting Incident

In Tumbler Ridge, B.C., a tragic mass shooting occurred on February 10, 2026, when Jesse Van Rootselaar, 18, killed his mother, Jennifer Jacobs, and half-brother, Emmett Jacobs, before attacking Tumbler Ridge Secondary School, resulting in six additional fatalities and over 20 injuries. Alicia Hill, a neighbor, discovered the bodies after following a trail of shotgun shells and helped an eight-year-old boy escape the scene. The incident has deeply affected the tight-knit community, previously known for its tranquility. Police recovered firearms used in the attacks, while the community mourns the victims and grapples with the aftermath.

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