Thailand mourns after over 34 die in daycare centre attack targeting children

Police identified the attacker as a former member of the force who was discharged over drug allegations and who was facing trial on a drugs charge.

Thai government buildings flew flags at half mast on Friday to mourn the death of more than 30 people, including 23 children, after an ex-policeman burst into a daycare centre in a knife and gun rampage that left the nation shocked and seeking answers.