Student Arrested for Plotting Columbine-Inspired Shooting at California High School

Sebastian Villasenor, 18, was charged with attempted murder and criminal threats after a classmate's tip led to the discovery of his plans and arsenal.

An 18-year-old student, Sebastian Villasenor, was arrested for plotting a mass shooting at Ontario Christian High School, inspired by the Columbine massacre.
Villasenor, charged with five counts of attempted murder and one count of attempted criminal threats, was found to possess an arsenal of weapons and over 1,000 rounds of ammunition.
Investigations revealed Villasenor's fixation on school shootings, police response times, and his dislike for minorities and LGBTQ+ communities, following extremist ideologies.
A classmate's tip about Villasenor's intentions and access to weapons led to his arrest, preventing the potential attack.
Increased security measures have been implemented at the school following the incident, highlighting the importance of vigilance and community awareness.

Orange County Register