Bangkok: At least two people were killed and more than 10 others injured after a student allegedly opened fire at Debsirin Nonthaburi School in Thailand’s Nonthaburi province, just north of Bangkok, on Friday. Authorities identified the suspected gunman as a student and launched a major police operation to secure the campus and evacuate students.
The shooting is one of the most serious incidents of school violence in Thailand in recent years and has prompted an extensive emergency response. Officials said the investigation is ongoing, and the motive behind the attack has not yet been established.
Student identified as suspected gunman
Police said the suspected shooter is a student of the school, though authorities have not publicly disclosed the individual’s identity because of age-related legal protections.
The incident took place at Debsirin Nonthaburi School in the Bang Kruai district of Nonthaburi province. Initial reports indicated that the suspect remained inside the school as police responded, before officers secured the premises.
Two killed, multiple injured
Thai media reported that two people were killed in the shooting, while at least 10 to 15 others sustained injuries, several of them seriously.
Emergency responders rushed the injured to nearby hospitals after providing first aid at the scene. Rescue workers and ambulances were deployed in large numbers as authorities worked to evacuate students and staff safely.
Police launch major operation
Police officers, rescue personnel and emergency medical teams surrounded the school soon after reports of gunfire emerged.
Authorities urged the public not to livestream or share details of the ongoing police operation, warning that doing so could interfere with efforts to secure the area and protect those inside the campus.
Investigation underway
Officials have not yet confirmed the motive behind the shooting.
Police said investigators are collecting evidence and interviewing witnesses to determine what led to the attack. The number of casualties was initially unclear as emergency teams continued their operations and authorities worked to verify information from the scene.
School violence remains rare in Thailand
School shootings are relatively uncommon in Thailand, although the country has witnessed a few isolated incidents involving firearms in educational institutions in recent years.
Friday’s attack has renewed concerns about school safety and emergency preparedness, with authorities expected to review security measures after the investigation concludes.
Conclusion
The shooting at Debsirin Nonthaburi School has left Thailand in shock, with two people confirmed dead and several others injured. As investigators work to establish the motive and circumstances behind the attack, the focus remains on supporting victims, their families and the school community affected by the tragedy.