Teacher who survived Tacloban school shooting recalls terrifying moments inside classroom
- A teacher who survived the deadly shooting at San Jose National High School in Tacloban City shared how one of the student suspects suddenly fired at him inside a classroom
- Witnesses said the two minor suspects allegedly opened fire in the school hallway before entering classrooms and shooting at students
- Three people were killed while several others were injured in the incident, according to authorities
- Investigators are looking into reports that bullying may have been a possible motive behind the attack
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A teacher who survived the deadly shooting at San Jose National High School in Tacloban City has recounted the frightening moments he experienced when one of the suspects allegedly pointed a gun at him and pulled the trigger.
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The incident was reported by GMA News' Saksi, which featured updates from authorities and eyewitnesses following the tragic attack inside the school campus. According to police investigators, two minor students were identified as suspects in the shooting that left three people dead and several others injured.
During an interview aired on Saksi, the teacher recalled seeing one of the suspects moving from room to room while carrying a firearm.
"Parang ganun ganun siya tapos automatic po nang makita niya ako, pinutukan niya agad ako."
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The educator said he was only around three to four meters away from the suspect when the gun was fired.
"As in around 3 meter or 4 meter lang yung distance namin. Saglit lang labas siya next room agad putok ka na naman."
Fortunately, he was not hit by the bullet. Based on his observation, the teacher believes the shooting appeared random rather than targeting specific individuals.
Authorities said the suspects allegedly began shooting while still in the hallway before entering classrooms. Some students reportedly tried to run away, but investigators said several victims were chased during the attack. Panic quickly spread across the campus as students and teachers scrambled to find safety.
Police recovered firearms believed to have been used in the shooting. Investigators said one of the weapons was traced to a police officer relative of one suspect, while another firearm was reportedly registered to a security agency in Cebu City. Officials are now conducting a deeper investigation into how the minors gained access to the guns.
The Philippine National Police is also examining whether bullying played a role in the incident. Authorities revealed that social media posts and other information are being reviewed as part of the investigation. Both suspects are now in custody and are being treated as children in conflict with the law.
Meanwhile, the Department of Education, the Department of Social Welfare and Development, and other government agencies have begun providing psychosocial support and assistance to students, teachers, and families affected by the tragedy.
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