Students Share Trauma from Apalachee High School Shooting in Emotional Testimony
On September 2024, students from Apalachee High School in Barrow County testified about their experiences during a shooting incident. The court is protecting their identities, preventing any photographs from being taken. Many students are still undergoing counseling more than a year after Colt Gray allegedly carried out the attack, which is recognized as the deadliest school shooting in Georgia history. During their testimony, they described the trauma they have faced, including anxiety about school and loud noises. The students recounted their fears and the ongoing impact of the violence they witnessed. Some mentioned that they still struggle with nightmares and feelings of insecurity. The testimony revealed the emotional toll the incident has taken on the students and their families. Legal proceedings continue as the community seeks justice and healing from this tragic event.
