India, Feb. 11 -- A gunman opened fire at a school in Hat Yai, southern Thailand, on Tuesday afternoon, injuring several teachers and students, authorities said.

Video footage circulating on social media captured the sound of gunfire, as people were seen running amid scenes of panic and chaos.

The assailant is reportedly holding an unknown number of people hostage inside the building. Police have sealed off the area and are attempting to negotiate.

The 18-year old entered Patongprathankiriwat School in Songkhla Province's Hat Yai earlier on Wednesday with a gun.

"The perpetrator has been captured," Deputy Superintendent Wichian Soboon said, according to a Reuters report.

At least three people have been injured.

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