A timeline of the 14-year-old Georgia high school student's living situation reveals a troubled past, with moves between multiple rental homes and a fractured family life.
A timeline of the 14-year-old Georgia high school student's living situation reveals a troubled past, with moves between multiple rental homes and a fractured family life.
Colt Gray, the suspected shooter, and his father, Colin Gray, are both charged in the killings of two students and two teachers at Apalachee High School in Barrow County.
Unstable Home Life: Georgia School Shooter's Tumultuous Childhood Unveiled
According to a recently released police interrogation transcript, Colin Gray stated that his son "gone through a lot" and desired a "simple life."
The Grays lived in two rental properties in Jefferson, Georgia, a town with approximately 15,000 people.
Unstable Home Life: Georgia School Shooter's Tumultuous Childhood Unveiled
The family initially resided in a rental home where they were evicted in May 2022. After their divorce, Colin and Colt Gray moved to a single-family home in a subdivision within the town.
Neighbors reported that they lived there for only a few months before leaving.
Unstable Home Life: Georgia School Shooter's Tumultuous Childhood Unveiled
By November 2023, Colin and Colt Gray had moved to a new rental property in Winder, Georgia. This was their residence prior to Colt's arrest.
In November 2023, Colt's mother, Marcee Anne Gray, vandalized her ex-husband's truck at the Winder property.
Unstable Home Life: Georgia School Shooter's Tumultuous Childhood Unveiled
A subsequent search of her vehicle led to the discovery of illicit drugs, including methamphetamine, fentanyl, and muscle relaxants.
Gray was arrested and charged with various offenses, including criminal damage to property and possession of illegal substances.
Unstable Home Life: Georgia School Shooter's Tumultuous Childhood Unveiled
The shooting at Apalachee High School was reported at 9:30 a.m. on Wednesday.
Law enforcement received an alert of an active shooter at 10:20 a.m.
Unstable Home Life: Georgia School Shooter's Tumultuous Childhood Unveiled
Officers swiftly located and apprehended Colt Gray, who is now being charged as an adult with four counts of murder.
His father, Colin Gray, also faces related charges for failing to prevent his son's actions.
District Attorney Brad Smith emphasized that all members of the Apalachee community are considered victims in this tragedy.
Investigator Dan Miller interviewed Colin Gray in 2023 after Colt allegedly made violent threats against his middle school.
In the transcripts, Colin Gray said that his son was bullied and ridiculed at his previous school, West Jackson Middle School.
He also claimed that Colt was excited about attending 8th grade at Jefferson Middle School but faced ongoing harassment and verbal abuse.
Gray expressed his frustration over the lack of consequences for the bullies and his son's desire for a peaceful life.
The shooting incident has raised questions about school safety measures and the need for increased mental health support for students.
Multiple students and parents have expressed concerns about bullying and the presence of weapons in schools.
Authorities are investigating the circumstances leading up to the shooting and are reviewing the safety protocols at Apalachee High School.
The Barrow County community has come together to support the victims' families and provide comfort to those affected by the tragedy.
Vigils and prayer services have been held throughout the community to honor the victims and promote healing.
Authorities are also offering counseling and mental health resources to students and families who are struggling in the aftermath of the shooting.
