Nonthaburi school gunman’s grandparents found dead at home
Police are investigating how the 15 year old gunman in the Nonthaburi school shooting gained access to the registered firearm used in the attack. His grandparents were found dead at their home.
The latest reports say at least six people were killed and 22 others injured in the shooting at Debsirin Nonthaburi School today, August 7. The six fatalities were reported to include three teachers and three students.
The 15 year old gunman was taken to hospital after turning the gun on himself. He died on way to the hospital, according to reports.
In a further development, police went to the gunman’s home and found his grandfather and grandmother dead inside. Police are investigating their deaths.
The Dao Paet Chaek Facebook page reported that the teenager had lived with his grandfather since his parents separated when he was young. The page claimed the CZ firearm used in the shooting belonged to his grandfather.
The page reported that two magazines and 34 unused rounds of ammunition were found among the gunman’s belongings.
Officials confirmed that the firearm was registered and are continuing to investigate the shooting, including how the teenager gained access to the weapon.
