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High school shooting in the Philippines kills 3, and police arrest 2 students
By Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News
· June 22, 2026
· 3 min read
Two students armed with hand guns opened fire in a high school in the central Philippines on Monday, killing three fellow students and wounding at least 20 others, police said.The suspects, aged 14 and 15, were arrested. The suspects and the victims were students of the San Jose National High Sch...
Key takeaway Police said 15 of the 20 injuries were caused by gunshots, including a student who was hit in the head and remained in a hospital.
Why this matters in Alamo Heights News
The shooting at a high school in the Philippines raises concerns about school safety in Alamo Heights , where residents take pride in their community's strong educational institutions. While school shootings are rare in the Philippines, the incident serves as a stark reminder that such tragedies can occur anywhere. In Alamo Heights, local authorities and school administrators must ensure that measures are in place to prevent similar incidents, including securing school entrances and exits, as well as providing support for students who may be experiencing bullying or other forms of harassment. The fact that the suspects in the Philippines were able to bring guns onto campus due to inadequate security highlights the need for vigilant monitoring of school premises. As the community in Alamo Heights looks to its own schools, it must prioritize the safety and well-being of its students, and consider what steps can be taken to prevent such a tragedy from occurring locally.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? Two students armed with hand guns opened fire in a high school in the central Philippines on Monday, killing three fellow students and wounding at least 20 others, police said.The suspects, aged 14 and 15, were arrested. The suspects and the victims were students of the San Jose National High Sch...
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