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I must weigh in on this topic. I was once a mall security officer & armed security officer [though not at the mall]. The law states [usually in all states] that lethal force may only be used if in the mind of the shooter that to a "reasonable person" that harm & or injury or death may occur if that person does not intervene. So the question arises; did this kid do something as to pose as a threat to the security officer? That is what law enforcement has to figure out, & not take the word of the victims friends. Most states & major cities require security officers to undergo at least once a year training [classroom] and on the shooting range at least every 6 months.My former company required me to be on the range at least every 2-3 months. And you had better believe that the rules regarding lethal force is covered at nausea! So lets wait for the results of the investigation, before we jump to any ideas.