A deadly shooting at a middle school in southern Turkey has left four people dead and at least 20 others injured, shocking the nation and raising urgent concerns about school safety. The incident occurred in the Kahramanmaraş province, where a student reportedly carried out the attack using firearms taken from his family.
Student Gunman Opens Fire Inside School
According to local officials, the attacker—an eighth-grade student—entered the school armed with multiple weapons hidden in a backpack. He opened fire in classrooms, targeting students and staff.
Authorities confirmed that three students and one teacher were killed in the shooting. Emergency responders rushed to the scene, transporting the injured to nearby hospitals. Several victims remain in critical condition as doctors continue treatment.
The suspect also died during the incident, with reports indicating he used weapons belonging to his father.
Second School Attack in Two Days Sparks Alarm
The tragedy marks the second school shooting in Turkey within 48 hours. Just a day earlier, another gunman opened fire at a school in Şanlıurfa, injuring multiple people before taking his own life.
Such incidents are extremely rare in Turkey, making the back-to-back attacks particularly alarming. Officials have launched a full investigation to determine the motive and assess how the weapons were accessed.
Nation in Shock as Investigation Begins
Police quickly secured the school premises, while anxious families gathered outside awaiting updates. Authorities are now focusing on the circumstances surrounding the attack, including how a student was able to bring multiple firearms onto campus.
The incident has reignited debate over school security measures and gun access, with officials expected to review policies in the aftermath of the tragedy.
