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A tragic incident unfolded after a 5-year-old California boy fatally stabbed his twin brother during a sibling altercation, per USA Today.

The Santa Cruz County Sheriff's Office received a report of the stabbing just before 4 PM on Wednesday, prompting a swift response to a residence in the small city of Scotts Valley, situated in the Santa Cruz Mountains approximately 30 miles south of downtown San Jose.

Upon arriving at the scene, officers discovered that the 5-year-old twins were engaged in a fight, described as a common occurrence among siblings.

The press release from the Sheriff's Office explained that, during the altercation, one of the boys seized a small kitchen knife and inflicted a stab wound on his twin.

Despite immediate life-saving efforts by first responders and hospital staff, the stabbed California boy's twin brother succumbed to his injuries and tragically passed away at the hospital.

California Boy Who Fatally Sabs His Twin Brother Will Not Be Charged

Following a thorough investigation, the Santa Cruz Sheriff's Office concluded that there was no indication of negligence or criminal activity in the tragic incident where a 5-year-old boy lost his life after being stabbed by his twin brother.

It was determined that the California boy was unaware of the wrongfulness of his actions.

According to Penal Code 26, children under the age of 14 are deemed incapable of committing a crime unless, at the time of the act, they were aware of its wrongfulness, the Daily Mail noted.

California's juvenile court system specifically handles delinquency cases involving children between the ages of 12 to 17.

In light of this, the District Attorney's office has initiated an investigation to assess whether the children involved were adequately supervised or faced inherent danger as part of the overall process.

Former prosecutor Steven Clark commented on the situation, noting that the swift response from the sheriff's office in deeming it a non-negligent situation suggests that the family was acting appropriately.

He characterized the incident as a tragic, one-off event.

Meanwhile, authorities have decided not to release any identifying information in connection with the case.

Psychology Professors Explains the California Boy Can't Be Charged

Psychologist Professor Thomas Plante from Santa Clara University describes the incident involving the 5-year-old twins as a tragedy that is challenging to assign blame for, ABC 7 reports.

He emphasizes that at the California boy's age, he likely lacks the developmental understanding of the true implications of his actions.

Plante anticipates that the twins may grapple with the consequences for the rest of their lives and underscores the importance of ensuring they receive adequate psychological help.

In addressing the community, Plante advises caution against being overly critical, urging an approach centered on kindness, graciousness, and nonjudgmental understanding.

He emphasizes the need to avoid causing further harm in the aftermath of such a distressing event.

The Santa Cruz Sheriff's Office acknowledges the lasting impact of such tragedies on officers and other first responders, recognizing the emotional toll it takes.

To support those affected within their ranks, the office has initiated the setup of a peer support team.

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Written by: Bert Hoover

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