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Shooting Incident Reported at Debsirin Nonthaburi School
Deputy Prime Minister Yodchanan Wongsawat has confirmed that authorities have secured the scene following a shooting incident at Debsirin Nonthaburi School, which resulted in multiple casualties.
On August 7, 2026, a shooting incident occurred at Debsirin Nonthaburi School, leading to multiple injuries and fatalities. According to Khaosod Online, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation, Yodchanan Wongsawat, issued a statement via social media expressing his condolences to the victims' families and those affected by the tragedy.
Mr. Yodchanan confirmed that law enforcement officials have successfully brought the situation under control. As the Deputy Prime Minister overseeing the Ministry of Education, he stated that he is closely monitoring the response and has ordered maximum security measures to support students, teachers, and staff.
For residents and those in the vicinity, authorities have requested that the public avoid the area surrounding the school to facilitate ongoing operations. Furthermore, officials have urged the public to refrain from sharing images or videos of the incident to respect the privacy and mental well-being of the affected families.
While the immediate threat has been neutralized, details regarding the identity of the perpetrator and the specific circumstances leading to the event remain to be confirmed by official investigations. Travelers in the Nonthaburi area should expect localized traffic disruptions and are advised to follow updates from local authorities.