Kathmandu— In a tragic incident on the northwestern outskirts of Bangkok, one person was killed and four were injured when a student opened fire at Debsirin Nonthaburi School in the Bang Kruai district. The gunman, identified as a student, shot a teacher before taking his own life. The shooting took place during what appeared to be routine school hours.

Witness Accounts

One 18-year-old student recounted the confusion and fear of the moment: 'I didn’t think it was a gun at first,' he told Reuters, 'There were many shots: bang bang bang. Then it went quiet. Then it started again.' Photos from the scene showed students streaming out as ambulances arrived to treat the injured.

Background on School

Debsirin Nonthaburi School, where the shooting occurred, had an enrollment of around 3,100 students and 147 teachers in the 2025 academic year. The school is located in a district known for its educational institutions.

Recent Incidents

This incident follows other violent episodes at schools in Thailand. In February, a teacher was killed and a student injured in southern Thailand’s Hat Yai district after a gunman opened fire at a school. In October 2022, a former police officer killed dozens of people, including children, in a gun and knife attack in the Nong Bua Lamphu province.

Gun Laws in Thailand

Thailand has strict gun laws; possession of an illegal firearm can result in up to ten years in prison. However, ownership rates are relatively high compared to some other countries in the region. In response to recent mass shootings, laws have been tightened, including a requirement for medical evaluations for those seeking to buy or renew their gun licenses.

The incident highlights ongoing concerns about school safety and the need for stricter measures to prevent such tragedies.

(With inputs from Al Jazeera)

Originally published on abcnews.com.np.