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Boy, 13, killed in apparent accidental shooting in Alabama

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CLANTON, Ala. (AP) — A 13-year-old boy has died in what is believed to have been an accidental shooting in Chilton County, authorities said.

The death happened Wednesday afternoon at a home in Clanton, Al.com reported.

Chilton County Sheriff John Shearon said the boy and another teenage family member were apparently moving a gun when it discharged, fatally striking the 13-year-old.

Shearon said no charges are expected.