Student kills teacher over 'failing grade' in Lanao Del Sur

A teacher has died after she was shot by her student in Balabagan, Lanao Del Sur allegedly after receiving a failing grade.

According to a “Saksi” report on Monday, the police said the victim was walking to the Balabagan Grade School when she was shot by a student with a .45 caliber gun on August 4, Monday.

The student allegedly got angry after being unable to enroll in Grade 12 due to failing grades.

After committing the crime, the suspect hid among his relatives. But the student eventually surrendered with the help of his sibling, who is a police officer.

GMA Regional TV's One Mindanao is reaching out to the suspect for comment.

He is currently under police custody.

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The Bangsamoro Ministry of Basic, Higher and Technical Education issued a statement underscoring the traits and value of teachers.

“This act of violence against an educator — someone who devoted his life to shaping the minds and futures of our youth — is both painful and unacceptable. Teachers are pillars of our communities, and their safety must be safeguarded at all times. Any harm against them is a threat to the values of education, peace, and public service,” the Ministry said. — Mariel Celine Serquiña/BAP, GMA Integrated News