Georgia Father Seeks New Trial in Son’s School Shooting Case
Colin Gray, a Georgia father convicted of second-degree murder and involuntary manslaughter for giving his son the gun used in a deadly school shooting, is seeking a new trial. The shooting at Apalachee High School resulted in the deaths of…
Houston, TX, August 7, 2026 —
Colin Gray, a Georgia father who was convicted in connection with a deadly school shooting carried out by his son, is now seeking a new trial. Gray was found guilty of second-degree murder and involuntary manslaughter after providing the firearm that his son used in the attack.
The incident, which occurred at Apalachee High School, led to the tragic deaths of two students and two teachers. Following his conviction, Gray received a sentence of 15 years in prison.
Gray’s son, who perpetrated the shooting, was sentenced to life in prison for his role in the fatal event.
Details regarding the specific grounds for the motion for a new trial were not immediately available. The legal proceedings continue as Gray pursues further review of his case.
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