The incident occurred at a school in Songkhla province, near the Malaysia border, where the attacker reportedly entered the campus and began shooting. Provincial authorities confirmed that the gunman had taken some students and staff into custody inside the school buildings.
Emergency responders and law enforcement rushed to the scene following reports of gunfire. However, details about the exact number of hostages and their condition remained unclear as authorities continued efforts to secure the area.
Initial local reports indicated that several people may have been wounded during the attack, though official casualty figures have not yet been released. Rescue and negotiation operations were ongoing as security forces worked to defuse the situation and ensure the safe release of those held inside.
Provincial officials have urged residents to avoid the area while authorities manage the crisis. Further updates are expected as more information becomes available.
