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Thailand School Shooting: Teen Suspect Kills Teachers, Government Vows to Tighten Gun Laws
A 14-year-old suspect opened fire at Debsirin Nonthaburi School near Bangkok, killing five teachers and turning the weapon on himself before dying. The attack, Thailand’s deadliest school shooting in years, also resulted in the deaths of the suspect’s two grandparents at their home. Over 30 people were injured, including students. Authorities are investigating how the teenager accessed a handgun belonging to his grandfather, noting Thailand’s high civilian gun ownership rate (15 guns per 100 people) and its second-highest firearm homicide rate in Southeast Asia. Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul vowed to strengthen school security measures, introduce firearm screenings, and tighten gun laws. The incident has sparked calls for improved mental health services for children, as the suspect’s age (14) raises concerns about youth violence. Financial compensation of 20,000 Thai Baht ($600) per deceased victim and 5,000 Thai Baht ($150) per injured person was pledged. The school has been temporarily closed, with authorities emphasizing the need to review security protocols to prevent future incidents.