Officials: 3 students shot at Antioch High School in Nashville; person responsible for shooting 'no longer a threat'

The shooting reportedly happened in the cafeteria.

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The Metro Nashville Police Department is investigating a shooting at Antioch High School on Wednesday morning.

MNPD told WSMV4 in Nashville two students were shot by another student. The shooter then sustained a self-inflicted gunshot wound, according to MNPD.

The shooting happened in the cafeteria, according to WSMV. The situation is now reportedly contained.

Metro Nashville Public Schools provided the following statement:

Community Alert: Antioch High School has entered lockdown following reports of shots fired within the school premises. Law enforcement officers are currently present at the scene. The individual believed to be responsible for the shooting has been neutralized and is no longer posing a threat. Students are being assembled in the auditorium, and further details regarding the reunification process will be communicated shortly.

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

This story was originally reported by WSMV4 in Nashville.

This is a developing story.

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