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Two Students Arrested After Tacloban High School Shooting Kills Three

A probe into how the minors obtained two firearms traced to a police officer and a security agency aims to prompt stronger school security measures.

Overview

  • The June 22 attack at San Jose National High School in Tacloban City left three students dead and multiple others wounded as two classmates opened fire during classes.
  • Police detained two students aged 14 and 15 who are being questioned with parents and social welfare officials under child-in-conflict-with-the-law procedures.
  • Investigators seized a 9mm Glock and a .38 revolver that police say were traced to a police officer and a private security agency and have placed those owners under inquiry.
  • Authorities say the shooting showed planning, with one suspect trained at a firing range and officials pointing to possible online influences; schools in Tacloban have closed and classes were cancelled for safety checks.
  • The president and the education department ordered full investigations, tighter school security and psychosocial support for victims as officials review how firearms reached minors and who may be held responsible.