Gunman Opens Fire at Thailand School, Students Taken Hostage

A shocking incident took place at a school in southern Thailand on February 11, 2026. An armed man reportedly entered Patong Prathan Khiri Wit School in the Hat Yai district of Songkhla province and opened fire. According to local reports, the suspect then took several students and teachers hostage inside the school building.

The attack created panic among students and staff. As gunshots were heard, hundreds of students ran out of their classrooms and escaped onto nearby roads. Many parents rushed to the area after hearing the news. However, some students and teachers were still trapped inside the school as police began their rescue operation.

A security guard who managed to escape said that a bullet grazed his stomach, but he was able to run to safety. He also said that the school director had been shot during the incident. Police later confirmed that the school principal was seriously injured and was taken to the hospital for treatment. At least one teacher was also shot and rushed to medical care, according to updates shared by a local rescue foundation.

Police officers and special operations forces quickly surrounded the school. They set up a security perimeter to prevent anyone from entering the area. Authorities asked the public to stay away from the location to allow emergency teams to do their work safely. Negotiations with the gunman were reportedly underway as officials tried to bring the situation under control without further harm.

Rescue teams were sent inside the building to evacuate students and staff from safe areas. Ambulances and medical workers were also present at the scene to provide immediate treatment to the injured. As of the latest updates, the exact number of casualties has not been officially confirmed.