NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — A settlement has been approved for the family of a student who was killed during the shooting at Antioch High School in January 2025.

16-year-old Josselin Corea Escalante was shot and killed by 17-year-old Solomon Henderson after he opened fire inside Antioch High's cafeteria.

Henderson then turned the gun on himself.

Escalante’s parents sued Metro Nashville Public Schools and Metro Government in July over their daughter’s death.

On Monday, the Board approved the settlement, which was for $300,000, inclusive of attorney fees.

Here is a statement from Board Chair Freda Player

“Our hearts remain with the family of Josselin Corea Escalante following the tragic shooting at Antioch High School. From the first moments after this heartbreaking event, the Board of E

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