Gunmen reportedly attacked Prathan Khiriwat School in Hat Yai, Thailand, near the Malaysia border, and took teachers and students hostage. The incident occurred on Wednesday evening as the school day was ending. One teacher was shot during the invasion. Police responded to the scene as chaos ensued, with many students fleeing onto the streets.

The school principal sustained serious injuries in the attack. A security guard who managed to escape mentioned that the headmaster was shot, and there were still children being held hostage inside the school. Reports indicated that an 18-year-old gunman, who had been behaving erratically and making threats, entered the school armed with an M4 submachine gun. The suspect opened fire, injuring the principal and taking hostages.

Authorities advised the public to stay away from the area as law enforcement, special units, and rescue teams worked to resolve the situation. The ongoing incident is being closely monitored for updates.

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