Nancy Lanza was the mother of Adam Lanza, who was responsible for the tragic shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School in December 2012. She lived in Newtown, Connecticut and was known to be a private individual who had a passion for gardening and cooking. Before the incident, Nancy was described as a caring mother who homeschooled Adam and was involved in his life. She had a keen interest in firearms, which became a significant aspect of the events that unfolded, as several of her guns were used in the shooting.