A teenage student allegedly killed his grandparents before opening fire at a prestigious school, leaving at least seven dead and shocking communities as authorities investigate the motive.
WEBDESK – MEDIABITES
A shooting spree involving a 14-year-old student left at least seven people dead after he allegedly killed his grandparents at home before opening fire at a prestigious school on the outskirts of Bangkok, authorities said Friday.
Police said the suspected shooter later died, bringing an end to one of the country’s deadliest school shootings in recent years. Officials have not yet confirmed how he died, and investigations into the incident remain ongoing.
The attack began at the teenager’s home, where authorities said he fatally shot his grandparents before traveling to Debsirin School in Nonthaburi, a well-known educational institution associated with academic excellence.
Witnesses described scenes of panic as gunfire erupted on campus. One eyewitness told the BBC she saw the student shooting a teacher, while terrified students and staff fled classrooms in search of safety.
Emergency responders, including police and medical teams, rushed to the school within minutes of the attack. Authorities cordoned off the area and urged the public to avoid the vicinity as security operations continued.
Officials have not yet released the identities of the victims, and the exact number of people injured remains unclear. Investigators are also working to determine what prompted the teenager to carry out the attack.
Debsirin School is among Thailand’s most respected educational institutions, with several branches across the country. The violence has stunned parents, students and educators, raising fresh concerns over school security and youth mental health.
School shootings remain rare in Thailand compared with some other countries, making Friday’s tragedy particularly shocking. The incident is expected to renew debate over access to firearms, early intervention for at-risk youth and safety measures at educational institutions.
Authorities said they would provide further updates as the investigation progresses and urged the public to rely on official information while avoiding speculation.
