"Controversy Surrounds Fatal Shooting of Autistic 15-Year-Old by California Police"

Body-camera footage shows deputies in San Bernardino County, California, fatally shooting 15-year-old Ryan Gainer, who had autism, as he charged at them with a gardening tool. The incident, which occurred after a family dispute, has sparked outrage and raised questions about the use of force and de-escalation tactics. The sheriff stated that the deputies followed their training, but the family's attorney plans to file a lawsuit, emphasizing that the teen's developmental disorder heightened the emotions of the situation. The case has prompted calls for strengthening the social safety net and support for law enforcement officers, while family members express anger and believe that the deputies did not do enough to de-escalate the situation.