😢A 15-year-old autistic teenager was shot and killed by police in Apple Valley.
📞The family had called for help due to an episode the teenager was experiencing.
🔫The teenager was armed with a gardening tool, which led to the escalation of the situation.
👮♂️Law enforcement gave the teenager an order, but he did not comply.
💔The incident has sparked controversy and raised questions about police handling of situations involving individuals with mental health conditions.
What happened in the shooting incident?
—A 15-year-old autistic teenager was shot and killed by police after they were called for help during an episode the teenager was experiencing.
Why did the situation escalate?
—The situation escalated when the teenager, armed with a gardening tool, did not comply with the orders given by the police.
What is the controversy surrounding the incident?
—The incident has raised questions about the handling of situations involving individuals with mental health conditions and the use of force by law enforcement.
Is there an ongoing investigation?
—There may be an ongoing investigation into the shooting incident to determine the actions and responsibility of the parties involved.
What are the plans of the family?
—The family plans to hold a news conference to announce their intentions to file a lawsuit against the county and the deputies involved in the incident.
00:00A 15-year-old autistic teenager is shot and killed by police in Apple Valley.
00:32The family had called for help due to an episode the teenager was experiencing.
01:20The teenager, armed with a gardening tool, did not comply with police orders.
02:18The incident has sparked controversy and raised questions about police handling of situations involving individuals with mental health conditions.
