Three people were killed and five others were injured in a shooting incident at San Jose National High School in Tacloban City on Monday morning, June 22, according to initial information released by authorities.
The Tacloban City Police Office reported that the incident occurred at around 9 a.m. inside the school premises.
Police identified one of the suspects as a 15-year-old Grade 9 student and resident of Barangay 83, San Jose, Tacloban City. Authorities said the suspect was taken into custody following the incident.
A second suspect remains at large as police continue pursuit operations.
According to an initial report from Police Station 1, officers responded immediately after receiving information about a shooting incident at the school. Responding personnel confirmed that three individuals died while five others sustained injuries.
Authorities have not yet released the identities of the victims pending notification of their families.
Videos circulating on social media showed scenes of panic inside the school, with students heard screaming as multiple gunshots rang out during the incident.
Police have not yet disclosed the motive behind the shooting, and investigators are continuing to gather evidence and interview witnesses.
The Tacloban City Police Office said a more detailed spot report will be released as the investigation progresses.
Authorities are also working to determine the specific circumstances surrounding the involvement of the suspects and how the shooting unfolded inside the school.
The incident has drawn widespread attention as residents and school officials await further information from law enforcement authorities.
As of this writing, security measures have been heightened while the investigation remains ongoing. Police continue efforts to locate and arrest the second suspect believed to be involved in the shooting.
