Historically predominant in the US, active shooter events have sadly found a foothold in Thailand over the past 12 months, as seen in a recent Thai mall incident reported by the Daily Mail.
The article narrates, “A 14-year-old school boy wearing a US-flag cap has killed two people and wounded five others during a shooting rampage at a major shopping centre in Bangkok.”
“The schoolboy – whom police said appeared to be suffering from mental illness – opened fire inside the Siam Paragon building in the centre of the Thai capital on Tuesday afternoon (October 3, 2023) shortly after 4pm local time (10am BST),”
This type of incident emphasizes the growing urgency for enhanced security measures. This trend underlines the necessity for a united front between communities and security experts in Thailand to mitigate such threats, aiming for a safer public space for all across the region. ASP is able to provide recognised best practice and training in dealing with such events, which aligns with situational awareness & vigilance.
