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A shooting at Antioch High School in Nashville, Tennessee, on Wednesday, January 22, 2025, resulted in the death of a 16-year-old female student, Josselin Corea Escalante, and the subsequent suicide of the 17-year-old shooter, Solomon Henderson. The incident occurred in the school cafeteria, where Henderson confronted Escalante before opening fire.
Metro Nashville Police reported that another student sustained a minor injury from a bullet graze but has since been treated and released from the hospital. The police are investigating Henderson's online activity and writings as they try to establish a motive, but have not linked him directly to the victims, suggesting the attack may have been random.
At the time of the shooting, two school resource officers were present in the facility, but they arrived after the incident had concluded. The school, which serves around 2,000 students, has been previously involved in discussions regarding safety measures. Following two years of heightened tension over gun violence, schools in Nashville have implemented various security protocols, including increased police presence and safety technology.
In light of this latest tragedy, Nashville school officials are reevaluating existing safety measures, including the possible introduction of metal detectors. The incident has reignited discussions about gun control in Tennessee, a state resistant to stricter regulations despite community calls for reform following previous school shootings.
Community support has flooded in, with local churches offering vigils for those affected. Officials emphasized the urgency of enhancing school safety in light of this violence that reflects a broader trend of gun-related incidents in the area.