Student Admits to Hoax School Shooting Threat in Chonburi
A first-year middle school student in Bang Lamung has confessed to fabricating a school shooting threat, leading to a two-day closure of the institution.
A school in the Bang Lamung district of Chonburi province suspended classes for two days, November 5-6, 2026, following a reported threat of a school shooting. According to Khaosod Online, the incident began on the evening of November 4 when a message stating, 'You will definitely be shot tomorrow,' was circulated within a student group chat. The school administration, prioritizing student safety, ordered an immediate closure and coordinated the pickup of over 1,000 students by their parents. Police Colonel Sarawut Nuchnart, Superintendent of Bang Lamung Police Station, confirmed that a first-year middle school student, identified as 'Student A,' has confessed to creating the hoax. The student had previously claimed that an unknown individual had been added to the group chat. The investigation involved school teachers and officials from the Ministry of Social Development and Human Security to ensure proper handling of the minor involved. For residents and visitors, this incident highlights the serious response protocols schools in Thailand now implement regarding digital threats. While the immediate danger has been dismissed as a fabrication, the event caused significant disruption to the local community. Authorities are continuing to manage the situation, and it remains to be seen what disciplinary or legal measures will be taken regarding the student's actions.
