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A chilling tragedy struck Thailand this past Friday when a 14-year-old student opened fire at Debsirin Nonthaburi School, killing his grandparents and five staff members before taking his own life — bringing the death toll to seven. Sixteen others, mostly young students, were wounded, seven in critical condition. The shooter’s grandfather’s legally registered firearm was used in the attack. While stress may have played a role, family said they had no prior warning. Classes are suspended nationwide as shockwaves ripple through the community, with parents grieving and children traumatized. This incident underscores Thailand’s concerning gun ownership rates and raises urgent questions about youth mental health and firearm regulation in a country where mass shootings are rare but deeply impactful.

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