In the aftermath of a devastating shooting incident on the outskirts of Bangkok, Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has pledged to tighten gun control legislation. The tragic event, which occurred at Debsirin School in Nonthaburi, claimed the lives of eight individuals and left 22 others injured. A 14-year-old student, who had earlier killed his grandparents at home, opened fire at the school before taking his own life. As per initial reports, the gun used in the attack was legally registered and belonged to the teen's grandfather. With around 10.3 million firearms in civilian possession, Thailand has one of the highest rates of civilian gun ownership in South East Asia, with approximately four million believed to be owned illegally. The prime minister expressed his condolences for the victims and emphasized the need for stricter regulations, limiting public carry of firearms to government officials on duty only. The attack was premeditated and involved several accurate shots, according to forensic officers. Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident, examining devices belonging to the perpetrator to understand potential motivations behind the shooting. The Debsirin School, a renowned secondary institution founded in Bangkok in 1885, has produced several prominent Thai figures including diplomats, athletes, and prime ministers.