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Shooting at a school in Thailand: suspect found dead, casualty figures still conflicting

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A shooting took place at a school in Thailand, in a province north of Bangkok. The suspected attacker, a student, was found dead inside the building, apparently by a self-inflicted gunshot. Police secured the area.

The casualty count remains uncertain. According to various authorities cited by international media, the figures provided are conflicting: estimates of the death toll range from seven to eight, while the number of wounded is between fifteen and over thirty. The victims reportedly include teachers and students, in addition to the suspected attacker.

The ANSA news agency reported that the student, aged 14 according to the same source, had first killed his grandparents before heading to the school. This detail has not been confirmed by other news outlets.

Following the incident, a debate has emerged over gun control measures in Thailand. An opposition figure called for a serious and systematic review of firearms regulations. The prime minister, according to ANSA, announced the intention to promote a law limiting the carrying of firearms.

Investigations are ongoing and updates on the final figures are expected in forthcoming communications from Thai authorities.