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Suspect dead after active shooter incident at secondary school in Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia
Authorities in northeastern British Columbia are responding to a confirmed active shooter incident at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School, prompting an urgent public safety alert and a large-scale law enforcement deployment across the region.
As of 1:20 p.m., the Tumbler Ridge RCMP confirmed officers are actively on scene and have directed all residents in the community to immediately shelter in place. Individuals are being instructed to lock their doors, remain inside their homes or businesses, and avoid all unnecessary movement until further notice. Anyone outside the immediate area is urged to stay clear and strictly follow police directions and roadway restrictions.
The emergency response follows a Police-Initiated Public Alert issued earlier in the day through Canadaโs Emergency Alert System after reports of an active shooter. The alert applies to Tumbler Ridge and surrounding within the RCMP-designated radius.
Authorities initially described the suspect as a female with brown hair wearing a dress, though officials emphasized that the description was preliminary and subject to change as the investigation develops.
Police now believe the original suspect has been located deceased. However, investigators are continuing their work to determine whether a second suspect may have been involved and to establish the total number of victims connected to the incident.
At this time, officials have not confirmed how many individuals may have been injured or whether anyone requires medical assistance.
Law enforcement continues to stress that the situation should be treated as dangerous and evolving. Residents are advised to:
- Shelter in place immediately
- Lock all doors and secure their properties
- Refrain from leaving homes or workplaces
- Avoid traveling into the affected area
- Not attend school or public locations unless specifically directed
- Never approach a suspect
- Report suspicious activity by calling 9-1-1
Additional police resources are being deployed from neighboring detachments to support the operation, including the North District Emergency Response Team. Officers are working to secure the scene, assess potential threats, and gather critical information.
Authorities have confirmed that public alert notifications and mapping associated with the warning have been verified. No suspect imagery has been released.
Officials caution that details remain limited as the response is still unfolding. The priority remains public safety while investigators determine the full scope of the incident, including whether others were involved.
This remains an active public safety situation. Residents of Tumbler Ridge should continue to remain locked down and vigilant, while those outside the community are advised to avoid the area until law enforcement declares it safe. Further updates will be provided as confirmed information becomes available.
SAGAMU, Ogun State, Nigeria โ The Ogun State Police Command has confirmed that Adeniyi Mobolaji Kayode, the driver of the Lexus SUV involved in the fatal motor vehicle collision that injured British heavyweight boxer Anthony Joshua and killed two passengers, has been formally charged in court.
Police officials stated that Kayode, 46, was arraigned on Thursday, January 2, 2026, before the Sagamu Magistrate Court, where he faces charges of reckless and dangerous driving.
The case has been adjourned until January 20, 2026, for further proceedings.
According to police, the crash occurred earlier in the week along the LagosโIbadan Expressway, a major highway in southwestern Nigeria.
The Lexus SUV was transporting Anthony Joshua and two of his close associates, Latif Ayodele and Sina Ghami, when it collided with a stationary truck parked along the roadway.
Both Ayodele and Ghami sustained fatal injuries in the crash.
Police spokesperson Oluseyi Babaseyi confirmed that the defendant was granted bail in the sum of โฆ5 million (approximately $3,480 USD), with two sureties, and was remanded in custody pending the fulfillment of the bail conditions.
The Ogun State Police Command reiterated in a public update that the arraignment followed a comprehensive preliminary investigation into the circumstances of the collision.
Authorities emphasized that investigations remain ongoing.
Anthony Joshua, a former world heavyweight boxing champion, survived the crash but reportedly suffered significant emotional trauma as a result of the incident.
Ayodele and Ghami were described as long-time friends, training partners, and key members of Joshuaโs professional support team, regularly accompanying him before, during, and after major fights.
Ayodele was notably present ringside during Joshuaโs recent bout, where he was seen holding the Nigerian flag.
The remains of the two deceased men were transported to a mortuary in Sagamu.
Both were reported to be Muslims, and arrangements for burial in accordance with Islamic rites are pending. Officials have not yet confirmed when their bodies will be repatriated to the United Kingdom.
Authorities have also renewed calls for improved road safety enforcement, particularly concerning the illegal and prolonged parking of heavy-duty trucks along highways, which has been cited as a recurring hazard on Nigerian roads.
The Ogun State Police Command urged motorists to exercise caution, adhere strictly to speed limits, and ensure proper judgment when overtaking or maneuvering on highways.
Further updates are expected as the case proceeds through the court system.