Florida Sisters Found Safe After Kidnapping Linked to Roblox & Snapchat Grooming

The recent case highlights the growing dangers of online predators exploiting popular platforms to target and groom young victims.

Published on Feb. 6, 2026

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The recent case of two Florida sisters, Lunabella Lozano, 12, and Kaelani Star Lozano, 14, who were safely recovered after being allegedly abducted by a man they met online, underscores a disturbing trend: the increasing use of online platforms like Roblox and Snapchat for grooming and exploitation. Hser Mu Lah Say, 19, of Omaha, Nebraska, faces multiple charges, including kidnapping and interference with custody, after a multi-state search.

Why it matters

This case exemplifies a pattern where predators establish trust and rapport with young people in online spaces before attempting to move the relationship offline. It highlights the risks associated with popular platforms like Roblox and Snapchat, which can be exploited by predators to conceal their activities and build relationships with vulnerable individuals under the radar.

The details

Investigators revealed that Say initiated contact with the girls last summer through Roblox, a popular online gaming platform. The communication later moved to Snapchat. According to Martin County Sheriff John Budensiek, the messages between Say and the 14-year-old were 'romantic' but not 'sexually explicit.' However, the sheriff emphasized that a significant amount of investigative perform remains. The family's vigilance initially flagged the situation, but the girls continued communicating with Say via Snapchat, deleting the app and then reinstalling it to maintain a hidden thread of communication.

  • Last summer, Say initiated contact with the girls through Roblox.
  • The communication later moved to Snapchat.

The players

Lunabella Lozano

A 12-year-old Florida girl who was allegedly abducted by Hser Mu Lah Say.

Kaelani Star Lozano

A 14-year-old Florida girl who was allegedly abducted by Hser Mu Lah Say.

Hser Mu Lah Say

A 19-year-old man from Omaha, Nebraska, who faces multiple charges, including kidnapping and interference with custody, after allegedly abducting the two Florida sisters.

John Budensiek

The Martin County Sheriff who provided details about the case.

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What they’re saying

“The messages between Say and the 14-year-old were 'romantic' but not 'sexually explicit.'”

— John Budensiek, Martin County Sheriff (newsy-today.com)

“There is no application online that is safe... If you can communicate with somebody away from your house in the quiet of your room, it can be a problem, so parents have to be vigilant.”

— John Budensiek, Martin County Sheriff (newsy-today.com)

What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Hser Mu Lah Say to be released on bail.

The takeaway

This case serves as a stark reminder of the importance of digital literacy for both children and parents, as well as the need for open communication and vigilance when it comes to monitoring online activity and recognizing the signs of grooming tactics used by predators.