Georgia school shooter's father sentenced to 15 years in prison

Colin Gray, 55, was found guilty of second‑degree murder in a case stemming from the school shooting carried out by his 19‑year‑old son, Colt Gray, that left four students dead. The trial, held in the county circuit court, concluded after a week of testimony that highlighted the father’s alleged role in providing the firearm and failing to intervene despite knowledge of his son’s violent intentions. Prosecutors argued that Gray’s actions met the statutory definition of second‑degree murder, while the defense maintained that he lacked direct involvement in the planning of the attack.

The conviction follows a broader investigation that revealed Colt Gray entered the elementary school on Monday, opened fire in a classroom, and fled before police arrived, prompting a massive manhunt that ended with his arrest later that day. The court sentenced Colin Gray to a term of 25 years to life, with eligibility for parole after 15 years, and ordered restitution to the victims’ families. Both father and son remain in custody pending separate sentencing hearings, and the case continues to draw attention to debates over gun access and parental responsibility.