On January 22, 2025, a tragic shooting occurred at Antioch High School in Nashville, Tennessee. The incident took place in the school cafeteria, where 17-year-old student Solomon Henderson opened fire, resulting in the death of 16-year-old Josselin Corea Escalante. Another student sustained a graze wound and is expected to recover. Henderson subsequently took his own life at the scene. ([People.com](https://people.com/tenn-school-shooting-victim-identified-16-year-old-girl-8779185?utm_source=chatgpt.com))
Josselin was remembered by her family as a “kind and loving” individual who excelled in soccer and academics. Her father, German Corea, expressed profound grief over the loss of his daughter, stating, “It’s not fair.” ([People.com](https://people.com/tenn-school-shooting-victim-identified-16-year-old-girl-8779185?utm_source=chatgpt.com))
Investigations into Henderson’s background revealed disturbing online activity. Authorities discovered a 288-page diary in which Henderson expressed a desire to kill people and a fear of being caught by authorities. A separate 51-page document attributed to him contained white supremacist and neo-Nazi beliefs, including hatred towards minority groups. Henderson described himself as a Black man who was angry at members of his own race. Additionally, it was found that Henderson and Natalie “Samantha” Rupnow, the perpetrator of the Abundant Life Christian School shooting, were following each other on social media. ([Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Antioch_High_School_shooting?utm_source=chatgpt.com))
The motive behind the shooting remains under investigation, with no known connection between Henderson and his victims. The school was closed for the remainder of the week to allow students and staff time to grieve. Dr. Adrienne Battle, Director of Metro Nashville Public Schools, expressed her condolences, stating, “This is a heartbreaking day for the entire Antioch High School community and all of us in Nashville Public Schools.” ([People.com](https://people.com/tenn-school-shooting-victim-identified-16-year-old-girl-8779185?utm_source=chatgpt.com))
In response to the tragedy, the community held a vigil to honor the victims and support their families. Mayor Freddie O’Connell emphasized unity in grief and healing, stating, “We grieve together. We heal together. And I hope we can respond together.” ([Nashville.gov](https://www.nashville.gov/departments/mayor/antioch-high-school-shooting?utm_source=chatgpt.com))
This incident has prompted discussions about school safety and the influence of extremist ideologies on youth. Authorities continue to investigate Henderson’s online activities to understand the factors that led to this tragic event.
For more information, you can watch the following news report:
[16-year-old victim, gunman identified in Nashville School shooting](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AXCsSyw6pWw&utm_source=chatgpt.com)
