*Chop*
In this case, I think, the crime was committed not by the kid, but by the community that made him a celebrity. This community could include his parents, relatives, teachers and friends. Once a celebrity, it is only human to try and cling to it. I actually sympathise with the guy. Interestingly, there are other such young young guys who are being made out to be geniuses. Their lives are just wasted. This is a tragedy.
How can you blame the community/population? Blaming the media who publish without enough knowledge is justifiable. But more than that, blaming the individual who "prefers" to be cut from reality is always a better solution.
Regards,
ah