A school shooting in Thailand has left nine people dead, prompting renewed calls for stricter gun control laws, according to local authorities. The incident, which occurred at Debsirin Nonthaburi School, involved a 14-year-old boy who allegedly shot his grandparents and then opened fire on classmates before turning the gun on himself. The death toll rose to nine on Saturday after a 12-year-old girl, who was critically injured, succumbed to her wounds, police said.
The boy, who was reportedly armed with a gun, is believed to have brought the weapon into the school, according to reports. This has raised concerns about youth access to firearms in the country. Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has pledged to introduce stricter gun control legislation in the wake of the tragedy, following similar calls from lawmakers and activists.
Authorities are investigating the motive behind the attack, while the school has been placed under police guard. The incident has sparked public outrage and renewed debate over gun safety measures in Thailand, where gun laws have been criticized as too lenient. The case highlights the growing challenge of managing youth violence and access to weapons in the region.
