Deputy Prime Minister Chen expressed condolences to the families of those killed and injured in the shooting at Thap Siri Nonthaburi School. In his role overseeing the Ministry of Education, he emphasized enforcing the highest security measures for all students and teachers.
On 7 August 2026, Yotsanan Wongsawat, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation, speaking as the Deputy Prime Minister overseeing the Ministry of Education, said, “I deeply express my condolences to the families of the deceased, the injured, and all affected by the incident at Thap Siri Nonthaburi School.”
Authorities have now secured the situation. I am personally closely monitoring the response. As Deputy Prime Minister overseeing the Ministry of Education, I have ordered the implementation of the highest security measures and am facilitating all students, teachers, and staff in resolving this incident in every aspect.
Furthermore, I ask everyone to avoid routes and areas around the school to allow officials to operate freely. Please kindly refrain from sharing images or videos of the incident to respect the rights and preserve the mental well-being of the families who lost loved ones and those affected.