"Autistic California Teen Fatally Shot by Deputies in Apple Valley Incident"
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A 15-year-old boy with autism was shot and killed by deputies in San Bernardino County after charging at them with a garden tool. The family's attorney stated that the teen was having an episode at the time of the incident. While some criticize the deputy's response, others believe the use of gunfire was justified. The sheriff expressed the need to strengthen the social safety net for those with mental illness, acknowledging the tragedy for both the family and deputies involved.
Topics:nation#autism#california#crime-and-justice#deputy-shooting#family-statement#san-bernardino-county
- California teen shot, killed by deputies suffered from autism, family says KTLA Los Angeles
- California officer shoots and kills boy, 15, holding gardening tool The Guardian US
- Apple Valley teen fatally shot by deputy had autism, was acting out after dispute over household chores, family attorney says KABC-TV
- Deputies fatally shoot 15-year-old who allegedly charged them while armed in Apple Valley CBS Los Angeles
- Apple Valley teenager shot, killed by San Bernardino County Sherrif's Deputy VVdailypress.com
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