Teenager Shoots Himself After Shooting Grade 10 Student Inside School Campus
A grade 10 student was shot by a fellow teenager inside the school premises and the suspect also shoots himself.
On Thursday morning (August 7, 2025), Grade 10 female student was shot by a fellow teenager inside Santa Rosa Integrated School. The incident quickly circulated online and elicited comments from netizens.
According to reports, the incident happened around 11 a.m. The suspect, a young male student, shot the victim and then immediately turned the gun on himself. Both the victim and the suspect were rushed by authorities to a hospital in Cabanatuan City for urgent medical treatment.
Just minutes before the incident, the teenage boy reportedly posted an emotional message on his Facebook account, hinting at deep emotional struggles. It has led many to believe that the act may have stemmed from personal issues, though authorities have yet to confirm any motive.
As of this writing, police are still conducting a thorough investigation to determine the circumstances behind the shooting. They are reviewing CCTV footage, speaking with witnesses, and gathering information about the relationship between the two students.
The incident has left the school community in grief. Teachers, students, and parents are all grappling with the unexpected violence that occurred in what should be a safe space for learning.
The school is expected to provide counseling and emotional support for those affected.
The tragic incident has once again raised concerns about mental health and school safety, prompting calls for stricter security and better emotional support systems within schools.
Authorities continue to monitor the condition of both the victim and the suspect while assuring the public that all necessary actions are being taken to prevent such incidents from happening again.
The social media users expressed their reactions to the incident:
