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Father on Trial for Negligence in Son's School Shooting

3/3/2026

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Colin Gray's trial in Georgia centers on negligence linked to the school shooting by his son, Colt Gray, on September 4, 2024.
Testimonies show Colt exhibited alarming behavior before the attack, including asking about active shooter drills and sending texts.
A mix-up occurred when school officials sought Kolton Gray instead of Colt.
Prosecutors say Colin should have recognized the danger and restricted Colt's access to the rifle he gifted.

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Story summary

Colin Gray's trial in Georgia centers on negligence linked to the school shooting by his son, Colt Gray, on September 4, 2024.
Testimonies show Colt exhibited alarming behavior before the attack, including asking about active shooter drills and sending texts.
A mix-up occurred when school officials sought Kolton Gray instead of Colt.
Prosecutors say Colin should have recognized the danger and restricted Colt's access to the rifle he gifted.