‘Active shooter’ alert issued in Tumbler Ridge, community told to ‘stay inside’

The alert issued by Tumbler Ridge RCMP about the ‘active shooter.’ (Submitted)

TUMBLER RIDGE, B.C. — An emergency alert activated by the Tumbler Ridge RCMP detachment says there is an ‘active shooter’ in the area.

The alert, sent out on the afternoon of Tuesday, February 10th, urges residents of the district to “stay inside and shelter in place, lock your doors and refrain from leaving your home or business at this time.”

It also warns to report anything suspicious to law enforcement and to not attend school unless directed.

The alert says the alleged suspect is described as a woman in a dress with brown hair. It says not to approach her and to call 9-1-1.

School District 59 has also posted to say Tumbler Ridge Secondary and Tumbler Ridge Elementary schools are on lockdown.

“We are asking people to have patience as we work with the RCMP,” it said.

Energeticcity.ca will update this story when more information becomes available.