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Trial of accused Apalachee High School shooter moved to Columbia County
By Tim Darnell at Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - News
· July 8, 2026
· 2 min read
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - The judge overseeing the case of Colt Gray, accused of killing four people and injuring nine others in the 2024 Apalachee High School shooting, announced Wednesday afternoon the trial will be held in Columbia County.In his order, Nicholas Primm, chief judge of ...
Key takeaway (Atlanta News First) - The judge overseeing the case of Colt Gray, accused of killing four people and injuring nine others in the 2024 Apalachee High School shooting, announced Wednesday afternoon the trial will be held in Columbia County.
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The decision to hold Colt Gray's trial in Columbia County has significant implications for the community affected by the Apalachee High School shooting. By moving the trial to a neighboring county, the court aims to ensure a fair and impartial jury, which is crucial in a case that has garnered widespread attention. The fact that jury selection will be held in Columbia County, near Augusta, also means that the trial will be removed from the immediate area where the shooting occurred, potentially reducing the emotional toll on the families and community members who were directly impacted. As the trial approaches, the community will be watching closely to see how the justice system responds to this tragic event, and how it will impact the ongoing conversation about school safety and gun control in Atlanta and surrounding areas. The verdict in Colin Gray's trial has already set a precedent, and the outcome of Colt Gray's trial will be closely watched.
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Published: July 8, 2026 ·
Source: Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - News ·
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