Winder, Georgia

Winder, Georgia, is a city and the county seat of Barrow County, located northeast of Atlanta. It is newsworthy due to the recent conviction of Colin Gray, the father of Colt Gray, who committed a school shooting at Apalachee High School in Winder on September 4, 2024. Colin Gray was found guilty of second-degree murder and involuntary manslaughter on March 3, 2026, for providing his son with the weapon used in the attack, which resulted in the deaths of two students and two teachers. The jury reached this verdict after a short deliberation. This case is significant as it highlights the legal responsibility of parents in preventing gun violence and the potential consequences of providing minors with access to firearms.