Police investigators and school personnel secure the crime scene inside San Jose National High School in Tacloban City as authorities examine the area where the deadly shooting occurred. Classrooms and surrounding grounds were cordoned off during the ongoing investigation. (Photo by Joey A. Gabieta)
MANILA, Philippines — Following a fatal shooting at a high school in Tacloban City, Sen. Loren Legarda on Monday called for intensified efforts to address youth challenges, including violence, mental health, and access to firearms.
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In a statement, Legarda expressed her condolences to the families of the three individuals who were killed after two Grade 9 students, aged 14 and 15, opened fire in at least two rooms at San Jose National High School in Tacloban.
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