It can be shown that violent media (games included) can increase aggression levels, but it's also important to note that doesn't mean it necessarily leads to aggressive behaviour. Chances are if you drive the Deerfoot on a day with heavy traffic and an outside temperature above 20 degrees your aggression levels will go through the roof (likely higher than playing a game). That doesn't necessarily mean you're going to rape somebody because of it.
This kid clearly has some screws loose, so giving him access to firearms was just about the worst possible idea. Giving him Call of Duty is of course a bad idea as well, but it's probably just one piece of a very broken machine.
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