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Teen Charged in Ohio School Shooting Plot

A 14-year-old and an adult conspired to execute a mass shooting at Mariemont High School, thwarted by a student's tip.

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Screenshot of the cellphone prosecutors say was used by a 14-year-old Mariemont High School student to plan a mass shooting at the school with a man in his 20s who lives in another state. The 14-year-old has been charged with conspiracy to commit aggravated murder.

Overview

  • A 14-year-old Mariemont High School student planned a mass shooting with an adult co-conspirator.
  • The plot involved incapacitating victims with gas, disabling surveillance, and using firearms.
  • The student, facing charges of conspiracy to commit aggravated murder, may be tried as an adult.
  • The plan was uncovered thanks to a tip from another student, preventing potential tragedy.
  • The adult co-conspirator, in contact with the teen via social media, remains under investigation.