Three killed in Philippines school shooting as police arrest suspects

Three killed in Philippines school shooting as police arrest suspects
At least three people have been killed in a school shooting in the Philippines.
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Three people have been killed and five injured in a school shooting in the central Philippines, police in the country have said. Officers said two suspect had been arrested. 

The attack took place inside San Jose National High School in Tacloban City at around 09:00 local time (01:00GMT) on Monday.

Local police said they were investigating the circumstances behind the incident and had deployed additional officers at the school to ensure the safety of students, staff and parents.

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Logo of San Jose National High School, where the shooting took place.
San Jose National High School

The victims are being treated in nearby hospitals. Classes have been suspended at all schools in the area, according to Philippines media. 

The incident is unusual in the Philippines, where school shootings are rare. In July 2022, a gunman opened fire at an Ateneo de Manila University law school graduation ceremony in Quezon City, killing three people, including a former city mayor. 

This is a developing story. 

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