By Joyce Ann L. Rocamora
MANILA – No Filipino nationals were hurt in the tragic school shooting in Thailand that killed seven and injured scores on Friday, said the Philippine Embassy in Thailand.
The embassy said all eight registered Filipino teachers in Debsirin School Nonthaburi “are safe, accounted for, and uninjured.”
“The Philippine Embassy extends its deepest sympathies and heartfelt condolences to the families and loved ones of the victims, as well as to the entire school community and the Thai government following the tragic school shooting incident at Debsirin School Nonthaburi,” it said.
“The Philippine Embassy likewise prays for the speedy and full recovery of those who were injured. The Philippines stands in solidarity with Thailand during this time of grief,” it added.
The embassy, meanwhile, continues to monitor the situation and is on standby to provide any necessary assistance.
Local reports said the shooting began at about 10:12 a.m. (03:12 GMT) on the sixth floor of the school’s building 5.
Police identified the suspected shooter as a student at the school, who reportedly turned the gun on himself after the attack and died. (PNA)
