Two Students Arrested for Pasadena Memorial High School Shooting Plot

Alleged School Shooting Plot

• 📌 Two students have been arrested in connection with an alleged school shooting plot targeting Pasadena Memorial High School.
• 🎯 The students are charged with conspiracy to commit capital murder.

Uncovering the Plot

• 💬 The plot was uncovered after a witness and their parent contacted Pasadena police on November 24th, having received a chilling message from one of the suspects.
• 📱 Screenshots of social media messages played a key role in authorities uncovering the alleged plan.
• ⚠️ Messages reportedly shared included discussions about planning the event strategically and taking hostages.

Suspects and Charges

• 🧑‍🎓 Emilio Lopez, a junior at the school, is allegedly one of the students involved in the plot.
• ⚖️ Lopez is facing charges as an adult.
• 📅 Court documents indicate Lopez had prior ties to social media activity in May.