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Boston Teen Arraigned In Brother's Death

A 14-year-old Boston boy charged with fatally shooting his 9-year-old brother has been held on $50,000 bail.

Juanly Pena pleaded not guilty on Monday to charges of manslaughter and unlawful possession of a firearm.

Pena was indicted earlier this month as a youthful offender in connection with the February death of his brother Janmarcos, in their Dorchester home, making his name public.

Authorities say the accidental shooting occurred late on a weekday morning when both boys should have been at school. Their mother was outside warming up the family van at the time.

Juanly Pena is charged as a youthful offender in juvenile court, opening his case to the public.

His lawyer says he is scared and has the support of his mother.

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This article was originally published on April 28, 2014.

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