Coroner to Hold Inquest into Tumbler Ridge Incident

British Columbia’s chief coroner, Dr. Jatinder Baidwan, has announced an inquest into the mass shooting in Tumbler Ridge that resulted in nine deaths. The inquest will investigate the circumstances surrounding the tragedy, including how to better identify and support individuals in crisis, access to mental health services in remote areas, and the methods through which the shooter acquired firearms. The timeline for the inquest is uncertain, pending the completion of an ongoing investigation.

Want More Context? 🔎