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Tears in Court: Students Recount Algebra Class Horror
17 Feb
Summary
- Students testified about the trauma of being shot in algebra class.
- Father faces trial for allegedly providing weapon to his son.
- Prosecutors argue father's actions constitute cruelty to children.
Georgia high school students shared harrowing accounts in court on Tuesday, detailing the terror of being shot during their algebra class in September 2024. Testifying through tears, they described the shock of seeing classmates in pools of blood and fearing for their own lives. The trial of Colin Gray, father of the accused shooter Colt Gray, centers on allegations that he provided the firearm despite knowing about his son's threats and fascination with school shooters.
Prosecutors argue that Colin Gray's actions, in allowing his son access to a weapon after being warned, constitute cruelty to children, a charge that can lead to second-degree murder convictions in Georgia. They presented evidence of Colt Gray's online searches about harming his father and a chilling text message from the son stating, "Whenever something happens, just know the blood is on your hands." Defense attorneys contend that Colt Gray hid his plans from his father.
Despite awareness of his son's deteriorating mental health and obsession with school shooters, Colin Gray is accused of failing to secure the weapon and prevent access. The defense asserts that the father cannot be held criminally liable for actions intentionally concealed by his son. The case highlights the growing legal challenge of parental responsibility in instances of juvenile gun violence.
