NASHVILLE, Tenn. — On January 23, 2025, a shooting occurred in the cafeteria of Antioch High School, resulting in the death of 16-year-old Josselin Corea Escalante. The shooter, 17-year-old Solomon Henderson, took his own life after the incident.
- Shooting occurred in Antioch High School cafeteria.
- Solomon Henderson killed Josselin Corea Escalante.
- Henderson's emotional state deteriorated before shooting.
- FBI investigating web-based influences on Henderson.
- Gun used was purchased in Arizona, not stolen.
- Counseling available for those impacted by incident.
Metro Nashville Police Department reported that Henderson fired a nine-millimeter pistol ten times within 17 seconds. He had been brought to school by his mother and was found to have posted troubling writings online prior to the attack.
The Antioch High School shooting has raised serious concerns regarding campus safety and mental health resources for students. Authorities revealed that Solomon Henderson fired ten rounds from a nine-millimeter pistol in rapid succession during lunchtime. He was reportedly influenced by harmful web-based material leading up to the tragic event.
Key details include:
- Henderson’s mother drove him to school; initial reports incorrectly stated he arrived via bus.
- The firearm was purchased legally in Arizona in 2022 and had not been reported stolen.
- No additional weapons were found at Henderson’s home following the incident.
Investigators are examining two documents linked to Henderson: a lengthy writing piece and an extensive diary that detail his emotional decline as he approached his planned attack. These writings contained layouts of the school and plans for a livestreamed assault. Social media activity suggests he may have posted right before entering the cafeteria.
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco & Firearms is assisting local police in tracing the gun’s origin while counseling services are being offered to those affected by this tragedy. Discussions about enhancing safety measures at Antioch High School are ongoing as classes resume next week.
This tragic event underscores critical issues related to youth violence, mental health awareness, and gun safety regulations across communities. As investigations continue, authorities aim to provide necessary support for students returning to school amid heightened security concerns.
