AI video manifesto leads to teen mass-shooting arrest

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FDLE arrested Venice teen Giovanni Pimienta on felony threats after an online manifesto and AI video surfaced.

WHO: Giovanni Pimienta, 19; Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE); FBI Joint Terrorism Task Force

WHAT: Arrest and felony charges for alleged written threats to kill and to conduct a mass shooting or bombing, tied to an online manifesto and AI-generated video

WHEN: Aug 11, 2026 at 5:19 PM ET

WHERE: Venice, Florida

WHY: Authorities say the plan was uncovered after an FBI Joint Terrorism Task Force tip about an online user discussing weapons and praising past mass violence

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