A gunman shot and killed a teacher inside a kindergarten in eastern Thailand. The incident took place around 11 a.m. at the Nongplalai Municipal Kindergarten in Chonburi province, located about 150 kilometers (93 miles) southeast of Bangkok. According to local authorities, 44 children and three other teachers were safely evacuated from the building. None of the students were harmed during the evacuation. The shooter, believed to be the victim's husband, fled the scene. Police have surrounded his residence, and the governor of Chonburi province, Narit Niramaiwong, has ordered the school to close temporarily. Mental health professionals have also been made available to support the students and staff, the governor’s office confirmed. This incident adds to growing concerns about school safety and gun violence in Thailand. In August, a 14-year-old boy opened fire at his high school and family home, killing eight people and injuring over 20 before taking his own life. Earlier this month, another 14-year-old was arrested after he fired several shots at his school in Kamphaeng Phet province, 200 kilometers (120 miles) north of Bangkok, but no one was injured. These events have led to calls for stricter firearm regulations across the country. In response, the national government has initiated a review of Thailand’s gun laws. This includes suspending new firearm permits and examining existing ones. Despite these restrictions, Thailand has one of the highest rates of gun ownership in Asia. While mass shootings remain rare, there has been an increase in high-profile attacks in recent years. This has prompted officials and the public to reconsider how firearms are controlled and how school safety can be improved. Authorities are now working to address both the immediate safety concerns and the broader issue of gun control. The recent incidents have highlighted vulnerabilities in current policies and the need for more comprehensive measures to prevent such tragedies in the future. Schools across the country are being urged to enhance security protocols, and mental health support is being prioritized for affected communities.