Who Was Jesse Strang? 18-year-old Canada School Shooter Who Killed 10

An 18-year-old suspect carried out a deadly attack at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School in northeastern British Columbia, killing several people and wounding more than two dozen others in one of the country’s worst mass shootings.

Canadian media outlets, including Juno News, identified the suspect as Jesse Strang, based on confirmation from a close family member—specifically an uncle named Russell G Strang. Authorities have not officially released the suspect’s name, but they confirmed the individual died at the scene inside the school from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot.

Initial emergency alerts described the shooter as a “female in a dress with brown hair,” leading to early confusion. Reports from various outlets noted that a YouTube account linked to Jesse Strang displayed a transgender pride flag and used “she/her” pronouns. Social media users circulated images of the suspect, some depicting the individual at a shooting range with firearms.

The assault began at a family home connected to the suspect, where two bodies were discovered. The attack then moved to Tumbler Ridge Secondary School, which serves about 175 students in grades seven to 12.

Police officers arriving at the school located at least six fatalities inside, along with the deceased suspect. One additional victim succumbed to injuries en route to hospital treatment, while two others were airlifted in serious or life-threatening condition. Around 25 more individuals received medical care at a local facility for their wounds, according to an AFP report.

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The incident left the small town reeling. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney expressed profound sorrow upon arriving at Parliament, stating that families in Tumbler Ridge would face unimaginable loss. “Parents, grandparents, sisters, brothers in Tumbler Ridge will wake up without someone they love,” he said. “The nation mourns with you and Canada stands by you.”

In response, Carney announced that flags at government buildings nationwide would fly at half-staff for seven days to honor the victims.

The shooting has prompted widespread grief in a nation where such events remain rare, with authorities continuing their investigation into the circumstances.