Tomball shooting: Teen killed on Stone Creek Court; brother charged

A 16-year-old boy was shot to death in Tomball early Monday morning, and authorities say his older brother has been charged in the shooting.

The teen’s 17-year-old brother, Rhyder Tettleton, is now in custody facing a manslaughter charge.

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The shooting occurred in the 19900 block of Stone Creek Court around 3:30 a.m.

According to the sheriff’s office, there were a total of six teenagers in the home at the time, and no adults present. They were allegedly drinking, and at some point a gun was brought out.

Investigators say the gun unintentionally went off a short time later, striking the 16-year-old in the chest. The sheriff’s office says the 17-year-old brother was the one handling the gun at the time.

Authorities say the teens tried to provide first aid and called 911. Unfortunately, the boy died at the scene.

It’s unclear where they got the firearm in the first place.

The boy’s parents were tending to a personal matter away from the home, and it's unlikely at this point they will face any charges for their son’s death, authorities say.

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