Thailand Shooting at Government Office Announced During YouTube Live Stream
The incident comes just days after a Thai teenager shot his grandparents and attacked a school in the same province.
A former Thai lawmaker, Chalong Reawraeng, allegedly opened fire at a government office near Bangkok before being arrested, according to local officials. The incident occurred outside of the capital city, in Nonthaburi province, on Monday. The attacker targeted ex-police officer and his driver, killing at least nine individuals, including the suspected shooter.
This event took place just days after another shooting incident in the same province, where a teenager allegedly killed his grandparents before attacking a school. Anchalee Paireerak, a journalist and presenter, picked up a call from the suspect during a YouTube livestream and expressed shock upon learning that someone was shot in the head.
The province's police chief, Major General Dejrapee Kongdee, confirmed the arrest of the suspect. The shooting has sparked renewed discussions about gun control in Thailand.
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