Father of Georgia school shooting suspect takes the stand in his own defense

The father of suspected Georgia school shooter Colt Gray on Friday took the stand in his own defense at trial, where he is accused of providing his teenage son access to a firearm before the 2024 massacre

The father of suspected Georgia school shooter Colt Gray on Friday took the stand in his own defense at trial, where he is accused of providing his teenage son access to a firearm before the 2024 massacre.

Colin Gray, 55, pleaded not guilty on two counts of second-degree murder, two counts of involuntary manslaughter, 20 counts of cruelty to children and five counts of reckless conduct. His then 14-year-old son, Colt Gray, is accused of opening fire at Apalachee High School on Sept. 4, 2024, killing two students, two teachers, and wounding nine others.

The tenth day of the trial kicked off with testimony from the 55-year-old, who recounted his volatile relationship with Colt and his attempts to bond with his teenage son over hunting. He also testified about receiving a visit from law enforcement prior to the shooting after receiving a tip from the FBI that his son was involved in an online conversation about school shootings.

Gray told the court that when his son was in the sixth grade, he got behind the school's firewall to search for ways to kill him. Gray said he was concerned and had a conversation with his son when he found out about it months later, warning him that it was a very serious matter.

“He was a real quiet kid. He was super shy, is the best way I can put it,” Gray said.