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US Arrests James Cody Bryant in Tumbler Ridge Shooting Case
US authorities arrested James Cody Bryant in connection with a deadly school shooting in Canada.
They say Bryant and Jesse Van Rootselaar had communicated online before the attack.
Prosecutors allege Bryant helped Van Rootselaar plan parts of it and provided money and technical help.
They also allege Bryant discussed livestreaming and ways to hide the plan.
The shooting happened on February 10 at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School.
Van Rootselaar is alleged to have killed two people at home and then five children and a teacher at the school.
She died by suicide before police arrived at the school.
Bryant was charged, but the allegations have not been proven in court.
US authorities arrested 30-year-old James Cody Bryant in Bellingham, Washington, on October 6.
Prosecutors allege Bryant communicated online with Tumbler Ridge shooter Jesse Van Rootselaar and helped plan the February 10 attack.
The US Department of Justice alleges Bryant provided money, technical assistance, and advice, including about livestreaming and concealing the plan.
Bryant is charged with conspiracy to murder persons in a foreign country; the article says a conviction could carry up to life in prison.
Bryant is scheduled for a preliminary hearing on October 20; the article does not report a response from Bryant or a defense lawyer.
- Who
- James Cody Bryant, 30, and Jesse Van Rootselaar, the alleged shooter.
- What
- Bryant was arrested and charged with conspiracy to murder persons in a foreign country over alleged assistance in planning the Tumbler Ridge shooting.
- Where
- Bryant was arrested in Bellingham, Washington; the shooting took place at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School in British Columbia, Canada.
- When
- Bryant was arrested October 6; the shooting occurred February 10, and a preliminary hearing is scheduled for October 20.
- Why
- US authorities allege Bryant communicated with Van Rootselaar and provided assistance for the attack.
Key facts
- Bryant's age and residence
- 30; Bellingham, Washington
- Arrest location
- Bellingham, Washington
- Shooting date
- February 10
- School
- Tumbler Ridge Secondary School
- Charge
- Conspiracy to murder persons in a foreign country
- Possible maximum sentence
- Up to life in prison if convicted
- Preliminary hearing
- Scheduled for October 20
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