Two people died, one stable

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — Two students are dead and another student was injured after a shooting inside Antioch High School on Wednesday.

Police say two students were shot by another in the cafeteria. The shooter then turned his gun on himself. A student and the shooter are dead. The shooter committed suicide.

The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation and the Tennessee Highway Patrol are now on scene to assist investigators with the Metro Nashville Police Department. Approximately 2,000 students attend Antioch High School.

The active shooter call came in at 11:11 a.m.

“We know that at 11:09 a.m., a person identified as 17 years old began shooting in the cafeteria. One student is deceased. The other is in stable condition at Vanderbilt University Medical Center,” said MNPD spokesperson Don. » said Aaron.

Two student resource officers were in the building at the time of the shooting, but were not in the cafeteria.

Another student was injured, but not by gunfire. Aaron said he had a facial injury.

MNPD said one reunification site for parents is 3754 Murfreesboro Pike. MNPS is asking parents not to come to Antioch High School. Northbound Murfreesboro Pike is closed.

Tiffany Brooks – grandparent of an AHS student – ​​said she lives near the school.

“I don’t have time to cry. I have to find out where she is,” Brooks said. I pick up the children from school. I work from home. I am the reference. Tonight, when this is all over, I’ll lie in bed and cry. I can’t at the moment. I have to make sure everyone is okay. It’ll feel good to hold her. These other parents…”

Parents needing information regarding reunification can call 615-401-1712.

MNPS social workers and guidance counselors will be available to students and families needing support at the reunification site’s Family Assistance Center.

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Community Responses

Metro Nashville Public School Board Members

This morning we were heartbroken to learn of the tragic shooting at Antioch High School. Our thoughts and prayers are with the students, educators, families and entire Antioch High School community as they navigate this unthinkable event.

As leaders of Metro Nashville Public Schools, we are committed to ensuring that everyone affected by this tragedy receives the care and support they need. The MNPS team is working tirelessly to provide resources and assistance to help our students, staff, and families heal during this difficult time.

This incident highlights the critical importance of coming together as a community to ensure the safety and well-being of everyone in our schools. We will continue to stand united to address the challenges we face and foster environments where every student and educator feels safe and supported.

Please join us in keeping the Antioch High School community in your thoughts and prayers. Together, we will move forward with compassion, strength, and a shared commitment to the safety and success of our students.

Sincerely,
Freda Player
President, Metro Nashville School Board

Cheryl Mayes
District 6 School Board Member
Metro Nashville Public Schools

Tennessee Governor Bill Lee

“I have been informed of the incident at Antioch High School and am grateful to law enforcement and first responders who responded quickly and continue to investigate. While we await more information, I join Tennesseans in praying for the victims, their families and the school community.”

Rep. John Ray Clemmons, D-Nashville, who represents the Antioch area

“Once again, our community has suffered an unspeakable tragedy at a school that has taken a toll on innocent children and families. We continue to monitor this situation with City Hall, MNPD and MNPS, and will provide more information as we receive it. In the meantime, we will pray for the children who may have been injured and for all the Antioch High School students whose lives were forever changed today. Our efforts will not stop with thoughts and prayers. We will continue to fight for common-sense gun safety solutions that protect our children and communities from gun violence. »

Sen. Charlane Oliver, D-Nashville, who represents Antioch

“My heart is broken by today’s devastating shooting at Antioch High School. As a mother and a representative of this community, I grieve alongside the families, students and staff who are enduring this unimaginable tragedy. My heart goes out to the victims who were shot, their loved ones, and everyone affected by this horrific act of violence. No child should feel unsafe at their school, and no family should have to deal with the anguish of such a senseless loss.

“I am in contact with local officials, law enforcement and school leadership to offer my full support and ensure our community has the resources needed to heal. My Senate office is ready to help families, students, and educators through this crisis and will do everything in my power to push for meaningful legislative changes to prevent senseless acts of gun violence.

Senator Bill Hagerty, Congressional Senator from Tennessee

“Heartbroken to hear this news from Antioch High School. I am monitoring the situation closely and thank all first responders involved.”

U.S. Representative John Rose, Congressional District 6

“My team and I are monitoring this horrible news coming out of Middle Tennessee. I ask that you all join Chelsea and me in praying for these students, their families, the teachers and staff at Antioch High School, and all first responders on the scene of this tragedy.

U.S. Representative Mark Green, Congressional District 7

“I pray for the students, faculty and families of Antioch High School. This senseless violence has no place in our communities. My office is closely monitoring the situation and we are grateful to law enforcement and first responders on scene.”

Students demand action in Tennessee

“No matter how insensitive America has become to school shootings, there is nothing normal or acceptable about students being shot on their way to class,” said Ibtihal Cheko, a Hume Fogg High School volunteer leader with the Students Demand Action Tennessee chapter. “Our hearts are absolutely broken for everyone affected by this tragedy. It doesn’t have to be that way. Tennessee lawmakers have played politics enough; It’s time to take action and fight gun violence so we can go to school without getting shot.

This is a current situation, we will update as information comes in.

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