Teen fatally shoots student and himself at Antioch High School in Nashville

On Wednesday, January 22, 2025, tragedy unfolded at Antioch High School in Nashville, Tennessee, when 17-year-old student Solomon Henderson fatally shot 16-year-old Josselin Corea Escalante in the cafeteria before taking his own life. Another student sustained a minor bullet graze, and a third was injured during the chaos.

Authorities are investigating Henderson’s social media posts and writings for clues about a motive, though initial findings suggest the shooting may have been random. The attack occurred despite the presence of two school resource officers, highlighting ongoing challenges in school safety.

The Antioch community, still reeling from the incident, gathered at United Family Fellowship Church for a vigil to mourn the loss and seek solace. The tragedy has reignited debates about gun control and school security in Tennessee, a state where Republican lawmakers have resisted stricter gun laws, opting instead to arm some school staff.

This marks another devastating chapter for Antioch, which has experienced multiple high-profile shootings in recent years. The incident underscores the urgent need for meaningful action to protect students and address gun violence in schools.

Source: AP News