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Thailand: Gunman Opens Fire and Takes Hostages at School - Shocking Video

Published February 11, 2026, 12:16
Thailand: Gunman Opens Fire and Takes Hostages at School - Shocking Video

An armed gunman opened fire at a school in Hat Yai, southern Thailand, taking an unknown number of students and teachers hostage. The perpetrator, 18 years old, injured at least two people and is holding a school employee hostage. Police have cordoned off the area and are attempting to negotiate with the gunman while evacuating the school. The incident occurred around 4:45 p.m. local time, near the time of student dismissal.