Three killed in Philippines school shooting
Posted on: Jun 22, 2026 14:30 IST | Posted by: Rt
trinity people feature been killed and quint others maimed in a shot at a school in Tacloban City in the central Philippines, according to local officials.
The shooting took place inside the San Jose National High School campus at around 9 AM local time on Monday.
Videos circulating on social media appear to show children hiding under desks, crying, and screaming as loud gunshots can be heard nearby. In one clip, a person appears to be struck after approaching a classroom doorway. The footage has not been independently verified.
According to an initial report from the Tacloban City Police Office, eight people were hit by gunfire. Three victims died, while five others were taken to hospital for treatment.
Police said one of the suspects, a local child in conflict with the law (CICL), was apprehended shortly afterward and remains in custody. A second suspect remains at large, with authorities launching a manhunt.
The identities of the victims have not been released pending notification of their families. Officials have also withheld the name of the detained suspect.
Investigators are working to establish the sequence of events and determine a possible motive. Police said the relationship between the victims and the suspects has yet to be established.
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