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Teen pleads guilty in deadly Georgia high school shooting
Summary by The Waco Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by AP via Scripps News Group , KXXV (ABC 25) News
· July 24, 2026
· 2 min read
A teenager has pleaded guilty to all 55 counts in a deadly shooting nearly two years ago at Apalachee High School in Georgia. Colt Gray, 16, entered the plea Friday without having reached a deal with prosecutors. He had previously pleaded not guilty to charges in the Sept. 4, 2024, shooting that ...
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Key takeaway Colt Gray, 16, entered the plea Friday without having reached a deal with prosecutors.
Why this matters in The Waco
The guilty plea of Colt Gray in the Apalachee High School shooting in Georgia has significant implications for Waco's own conversations about school safety. As local educators and administrators work to prevent similar tragedies, they must consider the role of access to firearms in such incidents. The fact that Gray's father, Colin Gray, was convicted of providing the assault-style rifle used in the shooting highlights the importance of responsible gun ownership and storage in preventing school violence. In Waco, this case may inform discussions about school safety protocols and community outreach programs aimed at reducing the risk of gun violence. Additionally, the case may prompt local officials to review policies and procedures for responding to active shooter situations, ensuring that schools and law enforcement are adequately prepared to respond in the event of an emergency.
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Category: schools ·
Published: July 24, 2026 ·
Source: KXXV (ABC 25) News ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? A teenager has pleaded guilty to all 55 counts in a deadly shooting nearly two years ago at Apalachee High School in Georgia. Colt Gray, 16, entered the plea Friday without having reached a deal with prosecutors. He had previously pleaded not guilty to charges in the Sept. 4, 2024, shooting that ...
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