Thailand School Shooting: Student Opens Fire, Kills Teacher Among 7; Gunman Dies by Suicide
August 7, 2026
Bangkok: A deadly school shooting near Bangkok in Thailand left seven people dead, including a teacher, after a student allegedly opened fire on the school premises. The student gunman later died by suicide, while at least 15 others were injured in the incident, according to reports.
The shooting took place at Debsirin Nonthaburi School in Bang Kruai district of Nonthaburi province, located on the northwestern outskirts of Bangkok. According to police, the attacker was a student enrolled at the school.
Teacher killed, four others injured
Police said one teacher was killed in the attack, while another teacher and three students sustained injuries. Emergency services rushed to the school, where the injured were provided medical assistance before being taken to nearby hospitals for treatment. Authorities have not released the identities of the victims.
Witnesses described scenes of panic as gunshots echoed across the campus. Students were evacuated from classrooms while police secured the premises. Images from the scene showed ambulances and emergency personnel responding as students gathered outside the school.
Student dies by suicide after attack
Officials said the student responsible for the shooting died by suicide shortly after carrying out the attack. Police recovered the weapon and launched an investigation to determine the motive behind the incident. Authorities have not disclosed what may have prompted the student to open fire.
Thailand investigates latest school shooting
The incident has shocked Thailand, where school shootings remain relatively uncommon but have occurred in recent years. Security has been tightened around the area as investigators continue collecting evidence and interviewing witnesses. Officials are expected to examine the suspect’s background and the circumstances leading up to the shooting.