Thailand
Active shooter incident prompts evacuation of Siam Paragon Mall in Bangkok
The Siam Paragon shopping mall in central Bangkok was evacuated on Tuesday (Oct 3) evening due to an active shooter incident. No news of any casualties has been reported.
The Siam Paragon shopping mall in central Bangkok was evacuated on Tuesday (Oct 3) evening due to an active shooter incident.
Thai police stated that the suspect, believed to be armed, remained inside the building.
Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin confirmed that a shooting had taken place on Tuesday, with witnesses reporting people fleeing the scene. He is reportedly en route to the location.
The premier told reporters that he did not have information about any casualties at this time.
This story is developing.
Update: At least four individuals have been confirmed dead with several others wounded.
The Thai police arrested the 14-year-old suspected gunman responsible for the attack.
Addressing the situation, Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin announced, “The attacker was arrested. In fact, he surrendered. Police are clearing the scene. The situation is easing.”
Singapore basketball coach under investigation for alleged bribery in top school admissions
Ex-WP NCMP recounts AHTC saga, stresses residents’ welfare ‘should never be used as a political tool’
Five Singaporeans charged for illegal importation of labour under EFMA
Concerns over conflict of interest and corporate governance arise in Income’s sale to Allianz
Pawkins Singapore ceases operations after tragic death of corgi Fendi
Nepal’s Saurya Airlines plane crash: 18 dead, pilot survives
NTUC Enterprise Chairman assures affordable insurance for lower-income customers amid Allianz deal concerns
Singapore’s Ministry of Law confirms data breach of borrower data
Pawkins Singapore under scrutiny after dog allegedly left unattended tragically hangs itself
Alleged hack of MLCB and CBS: Sensitive borrower data appears exposed
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu addresses US Congress amid Gaza conflict
Workers’ Party town councillors settle long-running lawsuits with AHTC and SKTC
-
Singapore3 days agoDr Tommy Koh: “INCOME and Fairprice should never be sold”
-
Comments2 weeks agoVoters interviewed at West Coast GRC, expressed hope for PSP representation in Parliament
-
Singapore2 weeks agoYoungest self-radicalised Singaporean and 33-yr-old former public servant issued restriction order under ISA
-
Singapore2 weeks agoSingapore’s birth rates decline by 5.8% as total fertility rate drops below 1
-
International2 weeks agoAttempted assassination at Donald Trump rally in Pennsylvania: Shooter and one attendee dead, two critically injured
-
Business18 hours agoConcerns over conflict of interest and corporate governance arise in Income’s sale to Allianz
-
Singapore1 week agoAGO Report reveals lapses in MOE’s school projects; Police report filed over possible falsifications
-
International6 days agoICJ rules Israel’s occupation of Palestinian territory unlawful