Father of Georgia school shooting suspect found guilty of murder and manslaughter

The Guardian - World NewsEN 2 min read 100% complete by Anna BettsMarch 3, 2026 at 07:35 PM

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Colin Gray, the father of a teenager accused of a mass shooting at Apalachee High School in Georgia on September 4, 2024, was found guilty on Tuesday of second-degree murder and other charges. The charges stem from allegations that Gray provided his 14-year-old son, Colt Gray, access to a firearm and ammunition despite warnings about his son's potential for violence. Colt Gray is accused of fatally shooting two teachers and two students, and wounding several others, with an assault-style rifle. Colin Gray was convicted on over two dozen counts, including second-degree murder, involuntary manslaughter, and reckless conduct, and faces up to 30 years in prison. His attorneys are expected to appeal. This case follows similar prosecutions of parents in connection with school shootings committed by their children.

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