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Suphan Buri school evacuates students after armed man kills 3 near school zone

Suphan Buri school evacuates students after armed man kills 3 near school zone

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The attack reportedly resulted in three fatalities (two women and one man) and one injury.

At 9:00 a.m. on Friday (May 30), police from Sa Yai Som Police Station responded to an incident involving a 33-year-old man who went on a shooting rampage in Ban Don Subdistrict, U Thong District, Suphan Buri Province.

The attack reportedly resulted in three fatalities (two women and one man) and one injury. Authorities have cordoned off the area and are investigating the cause.

The shooting occurred just 50 metres from Wat Yang Sawang Arom School, prompting the school to evacuate all students into the building for safety, as officials were concerned the assailant might target students inside.The school posted a statement on Facebook confirming the situation:

“Due to a shooting incident near the school, we have implemented our emergency response plan by evacuating all students to the safest area. Six police officers from Sa Yai Som Police Station are providing initial security around the school.”

The school assured parents that all students are safe and urged them to stay informed. Updates will be provided as the situation develops.

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