After a shooting incident, 2 men were dead in a small community in rural B.C. According to the police, they received a call to the community of Needles situated on the west shore of the Arrow Lakes after reports of shots being fired.
Unexpected ordeal
Upon arrival at the scene, the Nakusp RCMP officers secured the scene and based on their observations, waited for the arrival of the SED Emergency Response Team. The officers entered two neighboring houses and discovered a deceased man in each site. One was 83 years old and the other was 58 years old.
Both men sustained deadly gunshot wounds. The police stated that they are not looking for further suspects at the time. The RCMP Southeast District Major Crimes Unit and BC Coroners are investigating the deaths of the men.
Depending on the condition of a victim, basic first aid care is essential especially if bleeding is present. Once proper care is provided, the individual is given further treatment upon reaching a healthcare facility.
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Learn how to help by enrolling in a class on emergency first aid and for more information, check out these sources:
Wikipedia – First Aid Basics: Overview and Techniques