Teen arrested in Thailand after firing six shots in school

A 14-year-old student opened fire at a secondary school in Kamphaeng Phet province on 2 Sept, firing several rounds before being subdued by teachers and police.

A security guard sustained a minor injury in the incident, which reportedly happened at around 2pm.

Meanwhile, a teacher’s vehicle was also damaged after being struck by a bullet.

The shooting took place at Wachiraprakarn Witthayakhom School where the student, who was temporarily suspended from classes, entered the school compound carrying a 9mm handgun.

Student fired several shots inside school compound

A school security guard said he was alerted by a parent that the student was carrying a firearm.

However, before he could respond, the student fired shots near him, leaving his ears ringing.