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Georgia teen charged in Apalachee High School shooting to appear in court for plea and sentencing
By Kate Brumback, Associated Press at KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· July 12, 2026
· 3 min read
A judge has set a plea and sentencing hearing later this month for a teenager accused of killing four people in a September 2024 shooting at Apalachee High School in Georgia.Colt Gray, 16, had pleaded not guilty to charges including murder in the shooting that killed two students and two teachers...
Key takeaway Gray's trial had been set to begin in mid-October in Columbia County, about 100 miles (160 kilometers) from Barrow County where the shooting happened, after the judge agreed to a defense request to change the venue.
Why this matters in The Piney Point
The upcoming plea and sentencing hearing for Colt Gray, the teenager accused of killing four people in a Georgia high school shooting, raises questions about gun safety and responsibility in the Houston area. As a community within Harris County, Piney Point Village residents may be concerned about the potential for similar incidents to occur locally. The fact that Gray's father was convicted of providing the assault-style rifle used in the shooting highlights the importance of proper gun ownership and storage. In the context of Piney Point Village, this case may prompt discussions about local gun laws and initiatives to prevent gun violence in schools. Residents may want to pay attention to how local authorities and school districts are working to ensure student safety and prevent similar tragedies from occurring in the area. The sentencing of Gray and his father may also spark conversations about accountability and the role of parents in preventing gun violence.
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Category: schools ·
Published: July 12, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? A judge has set a plea and sentencing hearing later this month for a teenager accused of killing four people in a September 2024 shooting at Apalachee High School in Georgia.Colt Gray, 16, had pleaded not guilty to charges including murder in the shooting that killed two students and two teachers...
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