Parent's Role in Teen Shooter Case: What You Need to Know

Colin Gray, father of the alleged Apalachee High School shooter, has pleaded not guilty to charges linked to the deadly shooting last September. His attorney, Jimmy Berry, entered the plea on Gray's behalf, waiving a formal arraignment. Gray faces serious charges, including second-degree murder and involuntary manslaughter. A grand jury believes Gray allowed his son access to a dangerous weapon despite knowing the potential danger. This makes Colin Gray one of only three parents in the US to be charged in a similar case. The previous case involved Jennifer and James Crumbley, whose son Ethan was sentenced for the Oxford High School shooting in Michigan. Investigations show Colin Gray bought an AR-15-style rifle for his son, Colt Gray, as a Christmas present. This is just seven months after they were questioned by law enforcement due to online threats. Colt Gray is accused of killing two students and two teachers at Apalachee High School, leaving nine others injured. He's being tried as an adult and has also pleaded not guilty. Colt Gray's case is one of many school shootings this year. As of November 11, there have been at least 76 incidents in the US, with 36 deaths and over 100 injured. The story highlights the complexity of parental responsibility and gun access in such tragic events.