If you read back on my posts I have often stated that the perps in this crime are most responsible. However, I, and many others who do not feel it is "ridiculous" as you have said about my comments, feel the adults (chaperones, family, whoever) do bear some responsability of poor judgement. There was simply too much freedom given to these kids and that made them easy marks for the evil someone could do.
I do not want to argue the point, this is too sad a case. However, this is my opinion. You are certainly entitled to yours. I will not judge you nor call your opinion "ridiculous." Thank you for your gracious consideration.