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Altamonte Springs Today
By the People, for the People
Trans-Identifying Teens Arrested for Alleged Murder Plot, Caught Joking on Video
Isabelle Valdez, 15, and Lois Lippert, 14, accused of planning to kill a classmate to resurrect Sandy Hook shooter Adam Lanza
Mar. 12, 2026 at 10:38am
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Two Florida teenagers, Isabelle Valdez, 15, and Lois Lippert, 14, were arrested and charged with alleged murder after police received a tip about their plot to kill a classmate in order to resurrect the Sandy Hook elementary school shooter Adam Lanza. The teens were caught on video in a police cruiser laughing and making 'sociopathic' jokes about their alleged crime.
Why it matters
This case has shaken the local community and raised concerns about the mental health and safety implications of such a disturbing alleged plot, especially involving minors. It also highlights the challenges schools and law enforcement face in identifying and addressing potential threats of violence.
The details
According to police, Valdez and Lippert were arrested on January 23 after authorities received a tip about their alleged plan to murder a classmate. Valdez, who identifies as transgender and goes by the name 'Jimmy,' allegedly admitted to the plot and handed over a backpack containing a knife, gloves, trash bags, and wipes. The teens reportedly planned to slit the victim's throat in a school bathroom and drink his blood as part of a 'blood pact' to resurrect Adam Lanza, the Sandy Hook shooter. In a video released by prosecutors, the teens can be seen laughing and making inappropriate jokes about their situation while in a police cruiser.
- On January 23, Valdez and Lippert were arrested by police.
- The video of the teens joking in the police cruiser was released to the public.
The players
Isabelle Valdez
A 15-year-old Florida resident who identifies as transgender and goes by the name 'Jimmy.' She was arrested and charged with alleged murder for her role in the plot.
Lois Lippert
A 14-year-old Florida resident who was arrested and charged with alleged murder alongside Isabelle Valdez for their alleged plot to kill a classmate.
Adam Lanza
The perpetrator of the 2012 Sandy Hook elementary school shooting, whom Valdez and Lippert allegedly planned to resurrect through their murder plot.
What they’re saying
“I thought I was going to get sent to the [expletive] psych ward. That's why I was so excited about everything.”
— Isabelle Valdez
“This is such a bonding experience! I love it!”
— Lois Lippert
What’s next
The judge in the case will decide whether to grant bail for Valdez and Lippert as the legal proceedings continue.
The takeaway
This disturbing case highlights the need for greater mental health resources and support for at-risk youth, as well as the importance of vigilance and communication between schools, law enforcement, and families to identify and address potential threats of violence before they escalate.
