The newly released video shows police questioning Colt Gray and his father about online threats to carry out a school shooting a year before the tragic incident at Apalachee High School where Colt allegedly gunned down four people. The officers received a tip from the FBI leading them to the Gray residence. The video shows the officers asking Colt’s father about his son and whether he plays a lot of video games and if there are accessible weapons in the house. The father admits that they do a lot of shooting and hunting and that Colt has access to firearms, but he was not aware of any threats made by his son.
Colin Gray explains that he is trying to teach Colt about firearms and safety and get him interested in outdoor activities to steer him away from video games. The father shares that Colt had shot his first deer recently and that he understands the seriousness of weapons. Colin tells investigators that he had spoken to Colt about school shootings since the teen mentioned that he was getting picked on at school. The father is attempting to instill values of firearm safety in his son, but he is unaware of any plans for a school shooting.
When Colt is brought out to speak to the investigators, he nervously denies making any threats about a school shooting. He claims that his account on Discord was hacked and he had not used the platform for a few months. His father interjects multiple times, supporting Colt’s version of events. Despite the allegations, Colt insists that he did not threaten a school shooting. The investigators warn him about the seriousness of the situation and stress that they need to take him at his word, but there will be consequences if he is lying.
Both Colt and his father face charges in connection to the school shooting. Colt is charged with four counts of murder and will be tried as an adult, potentially facing life in prison if convicted. Colin Gray is facing several charges, including manslaughter and cruelty to children, for allegedly being involved in the shooting and providing Colt with the weapon used in the attack. The grandfather of the alleged gunman blames Colin for the tragic incident and believes he should face the death penalty for his role in the school shooting that resulted in the deaths of two teens and two teachers at Apalachee High School.
The video footage showcases the interrogation and exchange between the police, Colt Gray, and his father, Colin Gray, providing insight into the events leading up to the school shooting. The investigation reveals the family dynamics and the access Colt had to firearms. It also indicates the lack of awareness on the part of the father regarding Colt’s alleged threats and intentions. The aftermath of the shooting has resulted in legal proceedings for both father and son, with serious charges being brought against them. The community and family members affected by the tragedy seek justice and accountability for those involved in the devastating incident.
