Youngest Alleged School Shooter in 25 Years: The Troubling Journey of Colt Gray from Trauma to Tragedy in Winder Georgia

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WINDER, Ga. — Colt Gray, a 14-year-old, has been charged as an adult with four counts of murder after allegedly using an AR-style rifle to kill two students and two teachers at Apalachee High School on September 4, 2023. Family members describe Colt as a victim of a chaotic upbringing marked by parental neglect and substance abuse, with multiple missed opportunities for intervention by child welfare and educational authorities. Leading up to the shooting, Colt exhibited concerning behavior and expressed a desire for help, but systemic failures allowed his situation to deteriorate, culminating in the tragic event that has shaken the community.

October 07, 2024

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