The Lowell community is mourning the heartbreaking loss of 15-year-old Wichai Saksene, a freshman at Lowell High School who died in a fatal shooting in Salem, New Hampshire. His death has left family members, friends, classmates, teachers, and community residents devastated as they struggle to come to terms with the tragic loss of a young life.
According to authorities, police responded to a 911 call during the early morning hours and discovered Wichai outside a residence on Orchard Terrace in Salem. Emergency personnel arrived at the scene, but he was pronounced dead. An autopsy later confirmed that he died from a gunshot wound to the chest, and his death was ruled a homicide.
Investigators have stated that the case remains under active investigation. Law enforcement officials reported that all individuals connected to the incident have been identified and that there is currently no known threat to the public. The Salem Police Department continues to work alongside the New Hampshire State Police Major Crimes Unit and the Attorney General’s Office as they seek to determine the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
Wichai was a student at Lowell High School and had previously attended Stoklosa Middle School and Lincoln Elementary School. School officials have expressed their condolences and implemented support measures for students and staff affected by the tragedy. Counseling services and crisis response resources have been made available to help those struggling with grief and loss.
Friends, teachers, and classmates remember Wichai as a young person whose future held great promise. His passing has deeply affected the school community, where many are reflecting on the impact he made during his life and the memories he leaves behind.
As the investigation continues, community members have come together to support one another and honor Wichai’s memory. His loss serves as a painful reminder of the fragility of life and the profound effect such tragedies have on families, schools, and entire communities.
Wichai Saksene will be remembered as a son, student, friend, and valued member of the Lowell community. His memory will continue to live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved him.