Two suspects in custody after shooting at Philippines high school kills 3 students

A shooting incident at San Jose National High School in Tacloban City, Leyte province, on Monday morning resulted in the deaths of three students and injuries to five others. Police officials confirmed that two suspects have been apprehended in connection with the attack.

The incident occurred around 9 a.m. within the government-run school, which serves over 1,500 students. Both suspects are male and were found to be carrying pistols. Police are actively investigating the cause of the shooting, which is considered a rare occurrence in the Philippines despite the prevalence of firearm-related crimes due to the availability of unlicensed weapons.

Victims were transported to nearby medical facilities for treatment. In response to the tragedy, police have deployed additional forces to enhance security at the school. Authorities urged the public to remain calm, avoid spreading unverified information, and cooperate with the investigation by providing any relevant details.

This event echoes a similar tragedy in July 2022, when a gunman opened fire at a law school graduation ceremony at Ateneo de Manila University, killing three people, including a former mayor.

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We urge the public to remain calm, refrain from disseminating unverified information and cooperate with authorities by providing any information that may aid the ongoing investigation.