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“Right now, La Loche is devastated,” said an emotional First Nation chief after at least four people — including two boys and a 23-year-old teacher — were killed, two were in critical condition and a suspect was taken into custody after a daytime shooting at the community school in the northern Saskatchewan town.

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“The community usually pulls together really strong in times like this,” said Clearwater River Dene Nation Chief Teddy Clark on Friday.

“Both Clearwater and La Loche, a lot of people are in shock. This is something that you only see on TV most of the time.”

Marie Janvier, a 23-year-old teacher, was shot dead by the alleged gunman after he shot two boys, family said.

Janvier’s family said they could not believe that Marie had been killed.

“Her smile will light up the room on the darkest day,” said Sandie Janvier in a Facebook message, calling her the “sweetest caring person … We lost a loving sister today.”