This is complicated, but, in my opinion, this was totally preventable had his "difference" been recognized and accommodated, such as an intervention with a counselor. Where are the supports and accommodations? What does the Regional Center provide? Cases such as this often overlook someone's developmental differences, such as Autism Spectrum Disorder, and treat all behavior the same as those who may be neurotypical. http://www.dailybreeze.com/general-news/20160121/el-camino-college-professor-fears-for-life-after-students-threat-to-kill-her http://www.dailybreeze.com/general-news/20160301/student-accused-of-threatening-el-camino-college-professor-taken-into-custody