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Student kills multiple people at Thai school after fatally shooting grandparents
Summary by The San Francisco Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Nat Sumon | NBC News and Jennifer Jett | NBC News , as published by NBC Bay Area (KNTV, NBC)
· August 7, 2026
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Key takeaway Injuries totaled at least 30, with some in critical condition.
A mass killing occurred in Thailand, with details emerging from the country's prime minister. The incident resulted in multiple fatalities and injuries. Injuries totaled at least 30, with some in critical condition.
The perpetrator, a student, is known to have used a handgun. Ammunition was found at the scene, indicating extensive gunfire. A school was the site of the violence, located outside a major city.
Further information on this incident can be found through NBC Bay Area, which reports on events in Thailand and other international news.
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Category: schools ·
Published: August 7, 2026 ·
Source: NBC Bay Area (KNTV, NBC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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