A ninth-grade student opened fire at a high school in Zamboanga, Philippines, killing a fellow student and himself, according to Al Jazeera.
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Key facts
- A shooting took place at a high school in Zamboanga, Philippines, according to Al Jazeera.
- The shooter was a ninth-grade student, the outlet reported.
- A fellow student was killed in the attack.
- The shooter also died, taking his own life.
- Videos of the incident have emerged, according to Al Jazeera.
A ninth-grade student opened fire at a high school in Zamboanga, Philippines, killing a fellow student and himself, according to Al Jazeera.
The outlet reported that videos have surfaced related to the shooting.
According to Al Jazeera, the shooter was a ninth-grade student at the high school. The attack left one fellow student dead.
The shooter also died during the incident, taking his own life, the outlet reported.
Al Jazeera did not include further details about the circumstances leading up to the shooting, the identities of those involved, or the official response.
Honest Abe News will provide additional details as further verified information becomes available.
Why it matters
A shooting at a school resulting in the deaths of a student and the attacker is a matter of public concern for the affected community. Further details from officials had not yet been reported at the time of publication.
Frequently asked questions
Where did the school shooting take place?
According to Al Jazeera, the shooting occurred at a high school in Zamboanga, Philippines.
Who was the shooter?
Al Jazeera reported that the shooter was a ninth-grade student at the high school.
How many people died?
A fellow student was killed, and the shooter also died by taking his own life, according to Al Jazeera.
Timeline
- Videos show deadly school shooting in Philippines
Al Jazeera: A ninth-grade student opened fire at a high school in Zamboanga, Philippines, killing a fellow student and himself.