Former Teacher Threatens With Gun Image After Contract Termination; Hatyai College Moves to Online Classes

An incident has occurred at Kasem Sarit Wittayalai School (commonly known as Hatyai Wittayalai) in Hatyai, Songkhla Province, Southern Thailand, where a former teacher, whose contract was terminated, allegedly posted a gun image in a LINE group operated by the school. Following this post, the school administration promptly filed a police report. Furthermore, considering the seriousness of the situation, the school has decided to switch to online classes for all students on August 10 and 11. This measure is understood to be aimed at ensuring school safety and minimizing the psychological impact on students and staff. At present, details regarding the intention behind the post or the specific grievances of the former teacher have not been disclosed. However, the school's swift response, including reporting to the police and transitioning to online classes, indicates the urgency of the matter. This incident suggests that in educational settings within Thailand, interpersonal relationships and contract-related disputes can sometimes surface in unexpected ways. As police investigations proceed, attention will be drawn to the preventive measures the school will implement.