3 students shot dead at Antioch High School, suspect self-inflicted gunshot wound

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) – Update (12:20 p.m.): The Wilson County Sheriff’s Office reports that Hobson Pike will be closed indefinitely at the Wilson-Davidson county line.

Update (12:02 p.m.): The Metro Nashville Police Department has released more information about the shooting at Antioch High School that left three students injured.

MNPD reports three students were injured, including the suspect, who suffered a self-inflicted gunshot wound.

The reunification site for parents and their children will be at 3754 Murfreesboro Pike. Buses will take students there.

The Tennessee Department of Transportation dispatched HELP trucks to assist with traffic control in response to this shooting.

Earlier: The Metro Nashville Police Department is investigating a shooting at Antioch High School Wednesday morning.

MNPD confirmed to WSMV4 that two students were shot by another student. The shooter was then shot and injured, according to MNPD.

The shooting happened in the cafeteria. The situation would now be contained.

“Antioch High School is on lockdown due to shots fired inside the school building. Metro police are on scene. The person responsible for the shooting no longer poses a threat. We will gather students in the auditorium and provide information about reunification as soon as possible.

This is a crime scene and an active investigation. We will work with MNPD to provide further updates as they become available.

The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) also responded to the shooting.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

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