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Philippines school shooting leaves 3 dead, including gunman

New York Post • September 18, 2026 • world

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Three students, including a 16-year-old suspected shooter who died by suicide, were killed in a school shooting in Banga town, South Cotabato, Philippines, with eight others injured, four critically.
The suspect had warned friends of his plan before opening fire, hitting 10 students prior to taking his own life, according to the town mayor.
This incident follows two recent fatal school shootings in the Philippines, a country where such violence was previously rare despite strict gun laws.
Officials emphasize the need for responsible firearm storage to prevent minors' access, highlighting the challenge of securing schools with limited security personnel.
The shooting adds to a regional pattern of school violence, including a similar high-profile incident in Thailand in August.