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Teen accidentally shoots, kills brother in Henry County

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HENRY COUNTY, Ga. -

A 14-year-old boy in McDonough accidentally shot and killed his younger brother over the weekend, according to police.

Authorities said that the boy had his mother's unloaded handgun. Early Sunday morning, he loaded the weapon and pulled the trigger.

A bullet struck his 15-year-old brother in the chest.

Officers ruled the death an accident, but the district attorney's office  will  determine whether to file charges.

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