NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedAugust 8, 2026Miami-Dade
Death toll rises to eight following school shooting in Nonthaburi, Thailand
A 12-year-old student has died from injuries sustained during a shooting at Debsirin Nonthaburi School, bringing the total number of fatalities to eight. The 14-year-old suspect, who also killed his grandparents at their home, died by suicide at the scene.
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The incident has resulted in the deaths of eight individuals, including students and staff, and has prompted the suspension of classes at the school through August 14.
Key Facts
- The death toll from the shooting has reached at least eight people.
- A 12-year-old student died in the hospital following the attack.
- The 14-year-old suspect killed his two grandparents at their home before the school shooting.
- The suspect died by suicide at the school.
- Fourteen people remain hospitalized, with seven in critical condition.
- Most victims were between 12 and 14 years old.
- The school has suspended all classes from August 10 to August 14.
- School staff have been instructed to work from home during the suspension period.
- The weapon used was a small, compact gun legally registered to the suspect's grandfather.
- Thailand has one of the highest rates of civilian gun ownership in Asia, with approximately 15.1 guns per 100 people.
Who's Mentioned
locationDebsirin Nonthaburi School“The site of the shooting incident.”organizationInstitute of Forensic Medicine“Handled the bodies of the deceased.”personCharin Siriananchai“Local resident who visited the school to pay respects.”personWiroon Supasingsiripreecha“Head of the Institute of Forensic Medicine.”organizationThailand Health Ministry“Provided updates on the status of hospitalized victims.”