A teenager accused of shooting and killing his brother will be back in juvenile court on Thursday.

He is charged with manslaughter in connection with the July 25 shooting death of his 8-year-old brother, Daniel Casares, in the 3500 block of Bob Billa Street on the Southeast Side.

The gun accidentally went off while the teen was handling it, according to SAPD.

Below is a timeline of the case: • July 25, 2025: Daniel Casares died after he was accidentally shot in the neck. • July 28, 2025: His brother, 13, was charged with manslaughter, according to San Antonio police. In a hearing, Judge William “Cruz” Shaw ruled the boy was to remain in custody. • Aug. 11, 2025: The boy appeared in court as his family pleaded for his release ahead of the new school year. “This is a real accident,

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