Thailand school shooting toll rises to nine after 12-year-old dies, police say
Summary
A school shooting in Thailand has killed nine people, including a 12-year-old girl who died in the hospital. A 14-year-old boy is suspected of shooting his grandparents, then attacking his school with a gun before killing himself.Key Facts
- The shooting happened at Debsirin Nonthaburi school near Bangkok.
- The attacker fired at least 26 bullets and had 34 more rounds with him.
- More than 30 people were wounded; 14 remained hospitalized, with 7 in serious condition.
- Police are investigating and questioning witnesses, including the suspect’s parents.
- The gun used belonged to the suspect’s grandfather.
- The school lockdown lasted about 30 minutes before being lifted.
- Thailand’s Prime Minister announced plans to restrict gun carrying to government officials only.
- Thailand has the highest rate of civilian gun ownership in southeast Asia and has experienced several mass shootings in recent years.
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