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Three Students Killed in Philippines School Shooting
18 Sep
Summary
- A 16-year-old gunman killed three students before dying by suicide.
- Eight other students were injured, four critically, in the attack.
- This shooting follows two other fatal gun incidents at Philippine schools since June.
A tragic school shooting in Banga town, South Cotabato, on Friday claimed the lives of three students, including the 16-year-old gunman who died by suicide. Eight other students sustained injuries, with four reported to be in critical condition. The victims were all between 14 and 17 years old.
The incident follows two previous fatal gun incidents at schools in the Philippines since June, marking a concerning increase in school violence. Earlier, a student live-streamed a fatal shooting at a classroom in Zamboanga before taking his own life. In June, a similar attack at a public high school in Tacloban resulted in three student deaths and numerous injuries.
Provincial officials noted the suspect had warned friends about his plan before the attack, which they initially dismissed. The governor of South Cotabato emphasized the importance of responsible firearm storage, urging gun owners to keep weapons away from minors. He stressed the need for collective effort to address the rising issue of gun violence in schools.
