'Hero' gamer thwarted a mass school shooting being planned in California town, sheriff says
Briefly

A teenage boy from Tennessee alerted authorities about a planned mass shooting by two boys in Tehama County, California, potentially preventing a tragedy. The 14 and 15-year-olds had extensive plans, including a manifesto and even discussing their intentions in an online game's chat. They intended to target their school and had sinister preparations reminiscent of past school shootings. The sheriff praised the Tennessee boy’s actions, as he provided vital information that helped local law enforcement intervene, highlighting the importance of reporting suspicious activities.
The two boys had planned a mass shooting at their school, aiming to kill numerous people, with detailed preparations including a manifesto and ominous online discussions.
Sheriff Kain emphasized the significance of the Tennessee gamer’s actions, stating, 'This young man had the courage and heroic instincts to notify us to mitigate any possible threat.'
Read at Los Angeles Times
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