Teen gunman dead after killing teachers in Thailand’s worst school shooting in years
A student gunman killed teachers at the Debsirin Nonthaburi School in Bangkok, marking a significant school shooting incident in Thailand. Students described the chaotic scene as they scrambled for safety during the attack.
Why it matters
This event highlights the rare but severe occurrence of school violence in Thailand, prompting concerns about school safety and student security.
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One student has described the moment a fellow pupil ran into their classroom and informed them that a teacher had been shot, during Friday’s deadly shooting.
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