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Peoples Party Expresses Condolences Over Shooting at Thepsirin School Nonthaburi, Calls for Stricter Gun Control

Politic07 Aug 2026 12:48 GMT+7

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Peoples Party Expresses Condolences Over Shooting at Thepsirin School Nonthaburi, Calls for Stricter Gun Control

The People's Party expressed condolences to the deceased and injured from the shooting at Thepsirin School Nonthaburi. Natthapong called for a serious review of gun control measures and an upgrade of safety protocols in schools, urging restraint in spreading violent content.


On 7 August 2026 GMT+7, the People's Party Facebook page posted a message expressing deep condolences to those who died and were injured in the shooting at Thepsirin School Nonthaburi this morning (7 Aug). The party also sent support to the families of the victims, as well as to the students, teachers, and staff affected by the incident.

The People's Party added that although the motive behind the attack is still unclear, the violent incident at an educational institution—one of society’s safest places—serves as a warning for Thai society to seriously and systematically review gun control measures. This should be accompanied by enhanced security protocols in places with large public gatherings, such as schools and hospitals, to prevent similar events in the future.

The People's Party expressed support for all officials handling the situation with caution and sensitivity to resolve it promptly and assist those affected. They are also preparing plans to provide relief to all parties who have suffered losses.

The party further urged the public to follow official information sources closely and avoid spreading unverified information that could hinder officials' work. They also requested cooperation in refraining from sharing images of the incident, whether by the media, on-site personnel, or the public.

Meanwhile, Natthapong Ruangpanyawut, party-list MP and leader of the People's Party, posted on Facebook expressing his deepest condolences to the deceased and injured from the shooting at Thepsirin School Nonthaburi. He sent his support to the families of the victims as well as to the students, teachers, and staff who endured the ordeal.

Natthapong added that although the motive behind the shooting remains unclear, the violent act at an educational institution—which should be one of society’s safest places—is a warning for Thai society to collectively review gun control measures seriously and systematically. This should go hand in hand with raising security standards at schools to prevent such incidents from recurring.

"The People's Party and I support the efforts of all officials to resolve the situation and assist those affected as quickly as possible. We urge the public to follow official information from relevant agencies and to avoid sharing unverified information that could interfere with officials’ work," Natthapong said.