They have not officially released the victim's name.
However, family and friends said he's 16-year-old Jesse McElhinney.
They described him as having an infectious smile and someone who could always find a way to make them laugh.
McElhinney's brother said a friend came over to their house in Altoona's east end Wednesday afternoon to show Jesse a gun and it accidentally went off.
We'll let you know what investigators believe happened after they share their findings with us.
Jesse McElhinney Services
Viewing:
Pleasant Valley Assembly of God
801 Pleasant Valley Boulevard, Altoona
3 - 7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 29
Funeral:
Immediately Following Viewing
Pleasant Valley Assembly of God

