24 children among 35 killed in Thailand mass shooting

A gunman opened fire at a childcare center in the upper northeastern province of Nong Bua Lam Phu, killing at least 35 people, 24 of whom were children, Thai public broadcaster PBS News reported.

It added that 12 others were injured and are being treated.

The shooter used a gun and knife to attack the childcare center.

After the attack, he killed his wife and their child before committing suicide.

He is said to be a 34-year-old former police officer.