Teen Kills Grandparents, Five Others at Thai School Before Suicide

A tragic incident unfolded in Thailand's Nonthaburi province, where a 14-year-old boy fatally shot his grandparents before proceeding to a secondary school and killing five staff members. The perpetrator, described by a classmate as "troubled" and having been bullied, subsequently died by suicide, according to police officials.

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I was afraid that I would die, and I was scared that I wouldn't be able to pursue my dreams.

National police confirmed the sequence of events, stating the boy used his grandfather's registered handgun. Earlier reports had indicated a higher death toll, including students, but authorities later clarified the victims were school staff. Dozens of police and emergency responders were present at Debsirin Nonthaburi School as parents rushed to collect their children and students comforted each other.

Pawarisa Maylissa, a grade 12 student who aspires to attend medical school, recounted her fear during the shooting, hearing loud gunshots from the floor above. Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul noted that the suspect's close friend reported he had been under stress related to his schooling, and that his actions suggested clear planning. The prime minister also confirmed that the firearm was legally registered and kept at home, but the boy gained access to it.

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I heard many gunshots very loudly because it seemed the suspect was on the floor directly above us.

More than 30 people were injured in the attack, with approximately nine in critical condition. Purin Khumchoo, a 17-year-old student, described the suspect as a "junior" who was interested in the FBI and guns, and who was reportedly bullied by peers. Khumchoo recounted seeing the suspect aiming the gun at him, noting he appeared "very professional, as if he had been trained for a long time."

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His actions also suggested that he had clearly planned the assault.

In response to the tragedy, Education Minister Prasert Jantararuangtong pledged mental health assistance for students and a review of security measures at educational facilities. He acknowledged that current security protocols might not be sufficiently stringent to prevent students from bringing weapons to school.

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The gun was a registered firearm and was kept at a house, but somehow he gained access to it.