The Boy Who Planned the Attack | Tulsa News

Tulsa News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 27, 2026 · 1m

A troubled teen with a history of instability, neglect, and online obsession with mass shootings opened fire at Apalachee High, killing four. His childhood was shattered by parental drug use, frequent moves, and social isolation, while his online world became his refuge—deeply immersed in true crime and school shooter forums. Psychologists noted his loneliness and paranoia, but say the attack was premeditated. Victim families pleaded for life without parole, and chilling post-shooting interviews revealed his claims of uncontrollable urges and hearing voices. His father, meanwhile, was…