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Teen girls plotted for months to commit a school shooting, police say
USA Today • • nation
Key Points:
- Two 15-year-old girls were arrested in Corona, California, on conspiracy to commit murder charges after plotting a shooting at Corona High School for several months.
- The investigation began on October 6 when the FBI alerted local police to concerning social media communications about a potential threat.
- Police found evidence that the teens researched school shootings, discussed obtaining weapons, and had a list of potential targets along with school maps, though no weapons were found.
- Both suspects are in custody, with revenge suspected as part of their motive, and the school district confirmed neither student has been on campus since the investigation started.
- Authorities emphasized the importance of community collaboration and swift action in preventing such threats and maintaining student safety.
