Thailand shooting: Boy, 14, kills his own grandparents and schoolteachers

7 Aug 2026 • 4:37 PM MYT
The Independent
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Thailand shooting: Boy, 14, kills his own grandparents and schoolteachers

  • A 14-year-old student killed his grandparents before attacking Debsirin Nonthaburi School in Thailand on Friday morning.
  • The attack, which began around 10am local time, resulted in the deaths of five people at the school, including teachers.
  • The suspected shooter died by suicide, bringing the total death toll to eight, including his grandparents.
  • At least 15 people were injured in the incident, with two remaining in critical condition.
  • This marks the second major school shooting in Thailand this year, a country with strict gun laws but a high rate of private gun ownership.

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