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More 'Trans' Terror: Suspect Accused Of Helping Canada Killer Reach School
Suspect allegedly helped Canadian mass shooter reach school after killing family.
In brief
Suspect allegedly helped Canadian mass shooter reach school after killing family. James Cody Bryant, 30, of Bellingham, Washington, is accused of conspiring with Jesse Van Rootselaar, 18, to help the Canadian mass shooter reach a school after murdering two family members. Originally reported by Dallas Express.
Arrest of suspect
Federal agents arrested James Cody Bryant, 30, of Bellingham, on a charge of conspiracy to murder persons in a foreign country.
Shooter identity
Jesse Van Rootselaar, 18, a biological male who identifies as a transgender woman, killed eight victims at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School in British Columbia on February 10, 2026.
Helped reach school
Bryant allegedly helped Van Rootselaar get his family car running after the shooter killed two family members.
School attack details
Van Rootselaar killed five children ages 12 and 13 and an educational assistant at the school before detonating an improvised explosive device.
Months of planning
Bryant and Van Rootselaar discussed the attack on Discord starting August 2025, with Bryant recording and broadcasting the killings.
Financial support
Bryant sent $124.47 for shoes and $14.33 for a lighter, which PayPal reversed due to an inactive account.
No police contact
Bryant repeatedly promised not to alert police, even when Van Rootselaar discussed conduct that could bring a terrorism charge.
In short
James Cody Bryant, 30, of Bellingham, Washington, is accused of conspiring with Jesse Van Rootselaar, 18, to help the Canadian mass shooter reach a school after murdering two family members.
