New Delhi [India], February 11 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday expressed his heartfelt condolences to Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney following the mass shooting in the North American country’s Tumbler Ridge area in British Columbia that left 10 people dead, including the suspect.
In a post on X, Modi conveyed India’s solidarity with the people of Canada during what he described as a moment of profound grief, extending his condolences to the bereaved families and wishing a speedy recovery to those injured.
“Deeply shocked by the horrendous shooting in Canada. I extend my heartfelt condolences to the families who have lost their loved ones and wish a speedy recovery to the injured. India stands in solidarity with the people of Canada in this moment of profound grief,” the Prime Minister stated.
According to a release by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP), nine people were killed by the suspect, who was later found dead in what authorities described as an apparent self-inflicted injury.
Police said the incident took place Tuesday afternoon at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School. Authorities confirmed that six victims were found dead inside the school, while another succumbed to injuries during transport.
During the investigation, officers discovered a second site believed to be connected to the incident, where two additional victims were found dead.
Two individuals with serious or life-threatening injuries were airlifted to a hospital, while 25 others were evaluated and treated at a local medical center for injuries not considered life-threatening.
Following the incident, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney expressed profound devastation over the shootings, describing them as one of the country’s most tragic events in recent years.
“I am devastated by today’s horrific shootings in Tumbler Ridge, B.C. My prayers and deepest condolences are with the families and friends who have lost loved ones to these horrific acts of violence,” Carney said in a post on X. (ANI)
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