First ever mass shooting in Schools
By rsa101
@rsa101 (41202)
Philippines
June 23, 2026 10:12pm CST
A few days ago, news emerged of a tragic mass shooting at a public school carried out by two minors who were students there. Reports suggest they were angry after being bullied, which allegedly pushed them to commit the attack. Three students were killed and 15 others injured. Police revealed the two had been planning the incident well before the school year started, carefully mapping out their actions. Disturbingly, they had researched laws protecting juveniles from criminal prosecution, which may have encouraged them, knowing they might only end up in a juvenile facility while their parents could face criminal or civil charges. One gun was taken from an aunt, a police officer, whose possible negligence in securing the weapon is under investigation. The other was traced to a security agency, identified as the service pistol of one suspect’s grandfather from his time as a guard. Many lawyers doubt the law can shield them, given the intent behind the act, though one perpetrator would still be exempt due to being under the age for adult trial. Public outrage has sparked calls to amend the law to prevent people from exploiting it to avoid criminal responsibility.
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@rsa101 (41202)
• Philippines
9h
I’m not really sure, as there are many stories circulating about those incidents. Some say certain online games may have influenced the kids’ actions. What’s more concerning is that there’s evidence showing they had pictures of themselves practicing shooting at a young age. I think this is just one of several factors that shaped who they have become.
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@rsa101 (41202)
• Philippines
6h
There’s an ongoing debate in the Senate about whether to reform the law, as it was exploited by perpetrators when assessing their consequences. It seems they knew they wouldn’t face criminal liability if they went ahead with their plans. It have irked the lawmakers now questioning whether the law is effective or not.
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@summerscent (378)
• Philippines
9h
This is one of the circumstances I really hoped would not happen in our country. Now that it has, I pray that it will be the last and will not become a pattern of violence anywhere else. Reading their alleged conversation, it’s frightening that they are somehow prepared for the consequences and have researched and studied the Juvenile Law; they know it will be light on them. No one should underestimate what knowledge a 14- and 15-year-old has. Maybe it’s timely to revisit or amend the existing law to adapt to the changing behaviours of youngsters nowadays. As a parent of a preschooler, I can only pray that my child is safe in their small classroom along with his defenseless small classmates and that they would return home safe.
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@rsa101 (41202)
• Philippines
9h
Though this is the first time it happened, it has certainly made us realize that even peace-loving people like us can become vulnerable to the same violence we see in those kids. I think we need to not only review and amend juvenile delinquency laws but also address related laws like anti-bullying and mental health policies, which need attention too. Bullying has been spreading in our society and must be stopped, as it can trigger incidents like this. Mental health laws should also be reviewed to find ways to spot warning signs early, so individuals aren’t pushed to commit such acts.
@Wrexxo (2443)
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1h
This is horrible. I think the law should be amended too so that people won't exploit it. If you know that there is no consequences for your action, you will continue doing it
