Crime
Trinity Shockley identified as a transgender male, influenced by parkland shooter Nikolas Cruz
Mooresville, IN – Authorities have released alarming details regarding an 18-year-old Indiana teenager accused of plotting a Valentine’s Day mass shooting at Mooresville High School.
Court documents reveal the suspect, Trinity Shockley, allegedly idolized Parkland school shooter Nikolas Cruz, harbored homicidal intentions, and had been planning the attack for at least a year.
According to a police affidavit, Shockley—who identifies as a transgender male and goes by the name Dex—expressed a desire to kill others and was fixated on Cruz, even carrying a heart-shaped locket with his photo.
The Mooresville Metropolitan Police Department received a tip from the FBI on February 11, 2025, regarding an individual allegedly planning a school shooting.
Investigators identified Shockley as a suspect and executed a search warrant at their residence in collaboration with Mooresville School Police and the Morgan County Sheriff’s Office.
Authorities took Shockley into custody, and on February 13, prosecutors charged them with:
- Conspiracy to Commit Murder
- Two Counts of Intimidation with a Threat to Commit Terrorism
The FBI’s tipster reportedly informed police that Shockley had access to an AR-15 rifle and had recently purchased a bulletproof vest.
Shockley allegedly told the tipster that they intended to kill their best friend first before carrying out a broader attack.
During a police interview, Shockley allegedly admitted to being “emotionally attached” to Cruz and wanted to prove themselves as his “number one fan.”
Authorities say Shockley believed that people “should value their everyday life” because “you never know when you could die.”
Despite making extensive plans, Shockley allegedly hesitated when envisioning their own arrest and courtroom trial, stating that seeing police officers made them realize they “did not want this”.
During the search of Shockley’s bedroom, investigators discovered a collage of mass shooters, including:
- Nikolas Cruz (2018 Parkland school shooter)
- Dylann Roof (2015 Charleston church shooter)
- Randy Stair (2017 Pennsylvania supermarket shooter)
In addition, Shockley’s backpack contained three notebooks with disturbing imagery and messages, including swastikas, violent phrases such as “Kill,” “Bang,” and “I hate you all, DIE DIE DIE”.
The affidavit states that Shockley repeatedly sought mental health treatment through the school, but their father refused to allow access to professional help.
A school counselor, Miss Roscoe, reportedly told investigators that Shockley’s father “did not believe in mental health treatment” and dismissed concerns about his child’s psychological state.
The document also indicates that Shockley was grieving the loss of their mother and struggling with the aftermath of a traumatic accident, in which a drunk driver hit their vehicle and later died by suicide.
Both local and federal authorities continue to investigate the case. Shockley remains in police custody, and no additional information has been released regarding potential further charges.
Brockton, MA – Authorities are actively searching for 22-year-old Davinci Leonard, who is accused of fatally shooting two teenagers in the Westgate Mall parking lot on Saturday evening.
According to investigators, Leonard, who currently resides in Brockton but is not originally from the city, fled the scene after the shooting, taking some clothing items with him.
Law enforcement officials have issued a warrant for his arrest on the following charges:
- Two counts of murder
- Carrying a loaded firearm
- Carrying a loaded firearm without a license
The Plymouth County District Attorney’s Office has identified the victims as 15-year-old Tymari Albertson and 18-year-old Cevannah Alvarez.
The two teens, who were not related, were shot following an altercation between Albertson and Leonard in the parking lot.
Authorities have not yet disclosed what led to the dispute.
District Attorney Timothy Cruz confirmed that Leonard was not licensed to possess a firearm and is believed to still be armed.
He emphasized the urgency of capturing Leonard, stating:
“If you are going to have unlawful guns in the city of Brockton and the county of Plymouth, we will come and get you. And we will arrest you and put you away. People need to understand that they will be held accountable.”
Leonard is considered armed and dangerous, and officials urge the public not to approach him.
Anyone with information on his whereabouts is asked to call 911 or contact the tip line at 1-800-Kapture.