Tacloban, Philippines school shooting leaves three dead and seven injured

On June 22, 2026, two teenage students aged 14 and 15 opened fire at San Jose National High School in Tacloban, Leyte, Philippines. The attackers used a .38‑calibre revolver and a 9 mm pistol – the latter later linked to a policewoman relative. The gunfire killed three students and wounded seven others, most of them female.

Both suspects were taken into custody – one arrested at the school and the other surrendered after being located nearby. Police said the motive appeared to be a grievance over bullying. Investigators noted security lapses, including only a single guard on duty at multiple entry points.

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. expressed sorrow and ordered a thorough investigation, while the Department of Education declared a “high‑alert situation” and called for enhanced school security. The Council for the Welfare of Children urged nationwide strengthening of school safety and child‑protection measures.