HUMBLE, Texas - A 13-year-old boy is in police custody for the shooting death of his 14-year-old brother, according to Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez .

Humble, TX: Teen charged in brother's shooting death

What we know:

The shooting happened on July 4 in the 3100 block of Gianna Springs Court , near Atascocita Road.

Deputies arrived at the home early that morning and said a 14-year-old suffered a gunshot wound to his upper torso. He was pronounced deceased at the scene.

Based on an initial investigation, it's believed the teen's 13-year-old brother was playing with a rifle when it went off unintentionally.

In an update from the sheriff, he says the 13-year-old was arrested on Thursday, August 14, and charged with manslaughter. He was reportedly taken to the Harris County Ju

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