Teen Charged in Accidental Shooting of Brother

Seventeen-year-old Rhyder Tettleton has been charged with manslaughter after allegedly shooting and killing his 16-year-old brother in a Tomball barn during a night of drinking and handling firearms. The incident occurred early Monday morning when Tettleton reportedly believed the gun was unloaded before pointing it at his brother and firing. He initially denied involvement but later admitted to the shooting after being questioned, revealing that he had picked up the gun, which was believed to belong to a family member. Court documents indicate that alcohol was a factor, and Tettleton has been released on a $50,000 bond with strict conditions. The boys' parents were reportedly away during the incident, and it remains unclear how the teenagers accessed the firearms. Authorities described the situation as a tragic result of reckless decision-making and lack of supervision among the teens.