Dozens dead after mass shooting at child-care center in Thailand, police say

(NEW YORK) — At least 38 people, including at least 24 children, were dead after a mass shooting at a child care center in northeast Thailand, the country’s Central Investigation Bureau said.

The suspect, who was identified as Panya Kamrab, 34, died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound, police said. Kamrab’s wife and son were among the victims, police said.

Kamrab lived near the day care center, according to authorities.

Kamrab, who officials said was a former police officer, opened fire at the center in a remote area of Nong Bua Lamphu province, officials said.

A 9 mm handgun was used in the attack as well as knives, according to Thailand’s national police chief, Gen. Damrongsak Kittipraphat.

He then fled the scene in a white pickup truck, police said. While he was on the run, the bureau added him to the “Most Wanted” list and circulated his photo on social media.

A police document viewed by ABC News said victims were located at five locations, along with a local hospital.

Kittipraphat said the police response was delayed due to the rural location of the child care center.

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