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High school shooting in the Philippines kills 3, and police arrest 2 students
By Associated Press at KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· June 22, 2026
· 3 min read
Two students armed with hand guns opened fire in a high school in the central Philippines on Monday, killing three fellow students and wounding at least 20 others, police said.The suspects, aged 14 and 15, were arrested. The suspects and the victims were students of the San Jose National High Sch...
Key takeaway Police said 15 of the 20 injuries were caused by gunshots, including a student who was hit in the head and remained in a hospital.
Why this matters in The Pearland
The shocking high school shooting in the Philippines raises concerns about school safety in Pearland , where parents and educators are likely to be questioning the security measures in place at local schools. With multiple entrances and exits at many of Pearland's schools, the vulnerability of campuses to potential threats is a pressing concern. The fact that the suspects in the Philippine shooting were able to bring guns onto the campus due to inadequate security highlights the need for thorough risk assessments and robust security protocols in Pearland's schools. As the investigation into the Philippine shooting continues, Pearland school administrators and law enforcement officials would do well to review and strengthen their own safety procedures to prevent such a tragedy from occurring in the community. The safety of students and staff is paramount, and proactive measures can help mitigate the risk of violence in local schools.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? Two students armed with hand guns opened fire in a high school in the central Philippines on Monday, killing three fellow students and wounding at least 20 others, police said.The suspects, aged 14 and 15, were arrested. The suspects and the victims were students of the San Jose National High Sch...
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