Trial starts for Georgia father accused of giving son access to gun used in school shooting

Colin Gray, a father from Griffin, Georgia, faces felony charges now that the trial has begun in the case of the recent shooting at Apalachee High School—a tragedy in which his son, Colt Gray, fired a gun at his classmates. The trial, which opened in the state court system this week, seeks to determine the extent of Colin Gray’s responsibility for allowing his 14‑year‑old son to access a firearm that was used to inflict multiple injuries during the school‑yard attack. Prosecutors argue that he was negligent and possibly complicit, while the defense maintains that they had no knowledge of Colt’s intentions. The case has already drawn national attention to the broader issues of gun control, parental liability and school safety. Key point 1: Colin Gray is charged with felony offenses directly tied to the shooting, including knowledge of his son’s intentions and failure to secure the weapon. Key point 2: The incident occurred on the grounds of Apalachee High School in Griffin, Georgia; the school board and local law enforcement responded to a shooting that left several children injured. Key point 3: Prosecutors are building a case that the father’s inaction and possible encouragement contributed to the deadly event. Key point 4: The defense denies complicity, arguing that controlling a minor’s firearm access is the child’s responsibility. Key point 5: The outcome of the trial will influence future legal precedent on parental liability for firearms used in school‑related crimes. Themes: gun‑violence liability, school safety, father‑son dynamics, legal accountability, gun‑control debate. Keywords: Colin Gray, Colt Gray, Apalachee High School, Griffin, Georgia, school shooting, felony charges, firearm access, parental liability, trial.