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Parent Files Report After Student Injured in Debsirin Nonthaburi Shooting
A parent has filed a police report following a shooting incident at Debsirin Nonthaburi School that left their 13-year-old son injured.
On August 9, 2026, the parent of a 13-year-old student at Debsirin Nonthaburi School filed a formal police report regarding a shooting incident that occurred at the campus. The student, who is in his second year of secondary school (Mathayom 2), sustained a grazing gunshot wound to his left cheek during the incident. The parent provided evidence to authorities, including the clothing worn by the student, which showed a bullet hole near the collar.
According to the mother, the student was attempting to find cover during the commotion when he encountered the perpetrator. She stated that her son did not know the shooter and that they were in different grade levels. While the student is currently recovering, he remains traumatized by the event. The mother also addressed circulating online rumors regarding alleged threats of further violence on August 17 and 18, dismissing them as likely misinformation and urging the public to consume social media news with caution.
For residents and visitors, this incident highlights an ongoing investigation into school safety protocols. The mother expressed continued confidence in the school’s existing security measures, noting that the institution was not at fault. While the immediate physical danger has passed, the investigation into the shooter's motives and the origin of the online threats remains ongoing. Authorities have yet to confirm if the shooting was targeted or accidental.