The child did not realize that he was holding a loaded gun

Oct 18, 2013 14:25 GMT  ·  By

A 12-year-old boy has accidentally shot a man in the head in a shooting range, killing him instantly.

*The incident has been captured by surveillance cams, but user discretion is advised. It contains shocking imagery which viewers may find disturbing.

The incident has taken place in the Volokolamsk Highway shooting range, in Moskovskaya Oblast, Russia.

The child had no idea that the gun was loaded, Frequency reported. He was allowed to use it by a shooting instructor, who may be facing charges.

The boy can be seen fooling around with the weapon. He pushed the trigger and shot a friend of his mother's, as both were walking ahead.

The victim collapses and the woman is confused at first, not knowing what is happening. She realizes that he has been shot and seeks help.