Judge Sets Jury Venue in Hall County for Apalachee High Shooter's Father Trial

Colin Gray, father of the suspected Apalachee High School shooter Colt Gray, will have his trial jury selected from Hall County, Georgia, while the trial itself will be held in Barrow County where the shooting occurred. This decision was made by Barrow County Superior Court Judge Nicholas Primm to ensure an impartial jury, as both the defense and prosecution agreed that a jury from Barrow County would likely be biased due to extensive media coverage and local impact. The defense had requested a venue in south Georgia counties farther from Barrow to avoid media influence, but the judge found Hall County to strike a balance between impartiality and logistical feasibility. Colin Gray faces multiple charges, including second-degree murder and cruelty to children, related to allegedly providing the AR-15 style rifle his son used in the September 4, 2024, shooting that killed two students and two teachers. The trial is scheduled for September and is expected to last about three weeks. Meanwhile, it remains unclear if Colt Gray’s case will go to trial or if a plea deal will be reached.