NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The Antioch High School community is reeling after the devastating loss of 16-year-old Josselin Corea Escalante, who was fatally shot in a tragic incident on January 22, 2025. The shooting, which took place in the school’s cafeteria, has left students, staff, and the broader Nashville community heartbroken and searching for answers.

Josselin, a beloved student known for her kind spirit and bright future, was struck by gunfire during what was supposed to be an ordinary school day. Witnesses reported a chaotic scene as the sound of gunshots echoed through the cafeteria, sending students and staff into immediate panic. Emergency responders rushed to the scene, but tragically, Josselin could not be saved and was pronounced dead shortly after the incident.

Authorities have been investigating the shooting, and while initial reports suggest the incident was targeted, the exact details surrounding the events that led to Josselin’s death remain under investigation. Local law enforcement, in collaboration with the school district, is working diligently to piece together the circumstances of that fateful day.

Josselin’s death has cast a dark shadow over Antioch High School, where friends, family, and classmates are left to grapple with the senseless violence that took her life. As the community mourns, many are rallying around Josselin’s family, offering their condolences and support. A candlelight vigil and memorial services are planned in her honor, with loved ones remembering her not just for the tragic way she died, but for the incredible person she was.