Bangkok School Shooting: Teen Triggers Tragedy, Killing Seven, Then Takes Own Life

Sun Sep 06 2026 02:58:53 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

A 14‑year‑old boy in Bangkok shot his grandparents, opened fire at a school, killing seven dead, before committing suicide. Authorities investigate the handgun use.

A 14‑year‑old student at a Bangkok school carried out a shooting that killed at least seven people, including the boy’s grandparents, before committing suicide. Police say the weapon was a handgun owned by the victim’s grandfather. The incident has sparked a national debate on gun safety and youth mental health in Thailand.

Incident Overview

On a Thursday morning in Bangkok, a 14‑year‑old boy carried out a shooting that killed at least seven people and forced a school evacuation. The teenager first shot his grandparents and then opened fire in a secondary school, before taking his own life.

Suspect and Weapon

Police confirm the gun used was a handgun belonging to the victim’s grandfather. The child was a student at the school where the shooting occurred.

Response and Investigation

Bangkok police have cordoned the area and are reviewing CCTV footage. The school is closed pending a full inquiry, and emergency services responded immediately to the scene.

Local Impact

Families of victims are receiving support from local authorities and community groups. A national debate has been sparked about gun safety and youth mental health in Thailand.