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Teens Arrested for Alleged Murder Plot Inspired by Sandy Hook Shooter

3/18/2026

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Isabelle Valdez, 15, and Lois Lippert, 14, were arrested in Florida on suspicion of plotting to murder a classmate to revive the Sandy Hook shooter.
The alleged plot was discovered by police in January at Lake Brantley High School in Altamonte Springs.
Police released footage showing the two teens laughing after their arrest on January 23.
They have pleaded not guilty to charges including attempted premeditated murder.

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Isabelle Valdez, 15, and Lois Lippert, 14, were arrested in Florida on suspicion of plotting to murder a classmate to revive the Sandy Hook shooter.
The alleged plot was discovered by police in January at Lake Brantley High School in Altamonte Springs.
Police released footage showing the two teens laughing after their arrest on January 23.
They have pleaded not guilty to charges including attempted premeditated murder.