Tragedy in Bangkok: 5 Killed in Mass Shooting at Popular Market
Five people, including the suspected gunman, killed in a mass shooting at Bangkok’s Or Tor Kor Market; police confirm investigation is underway.
- Five people killed in shooting at Bangkok's Or Tor Kor Market
- Suspect confirmed dead; some victims were security guards
- Incident adds to growing concerns over gun violence in Thailand
A deadly mass shooting at the Or Tor Kor Market in Bangkok, Thailand, has left five people dead, including the suspected gunman, Thai police have confirmed.
The incident unfolded at the well-known fresh food market, which is famed for its high-quality fruits and seafood. Local media report that among the victims were several security guards.
Authorities say the shooter is also deceased, bringing the total death toll to six.
While mass shootings are rare in Thailand, the country has faced a series of deadly gun violence incidents in recent years.
In 2023, a 14-year-old opened fire at a luxury mall in Bangkok, killing two and injuring five. In 2022, a former police officer attacked a childcare centre in Nong Bua Lamphu province, killing at least 37 people, most of them children.
Another tragic event occurred in 2020, when a soldier killed 29 people in a rampage in Nakhon Ratchasima.
Thailand has relatively high gun ownership compared to neighbouring countries, raising ongoing concerns about public safety and gun control.
