New details: 14-year-old boy found dead accidently shot himself in Aurora home, Sheriff says

AURORA, Ill. - The Kane County Sheriff's Office launched an investigation after the body of a teenage boy was found in an Aurora residence early last week. 

Police say a 14-year-old was found dead in the 1400 block of Exposition Avenue around 8:11 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 13. 

Witnesses say the boy brought a gun to the house where he was found. He pointed the firearm in the direction of his head and accidently discharged the weapon, shooting himself in the head, according to the Sheriff's Office. 

Lifesaving measures were attempted, but the 14-year-old was pronounced deceased on scene.

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At this time, the Kane County Investigations Division is still currently investigating