Georgia School Shooting: A Detailed Timeline of Events
Friday, 6 September 2024, 05:51
Timeline of Key Events in the Georgia School Shooting
In the wake of Wednesday's school shooting in Georgia, several tumultuous events leading up to the tragic day stand out. Here is a timeline of developments that occurred before, during, and after the shooting at Apalachee High School that left four dead.
- July 2022: Colt Gray's family was evicted from their home by a Barrow County sheriff's deputy for failing to pay rent. During the eviction, three firearms, including an AR-15, were collected.
- December 2022: Gray's parents separated, impacting Colt's home environment.
- May 2023: The FBI received anonymous tips about online threats to commit a school shooting. The authorities investigated but found no probable cause.
- December 2023: Colin Gray purchased the gun allegedly used in the shooting as a gift for Colt.
- August 2024: Apalachee High School implemented an ID system with panic button capabilities just one week before the shooting.
- September 4: Colt Gray opened fire in a classroom, resulting in two students and two teachers dead, with nine others injured.
- September 5: Colin Gray was arrested in connection with the incident and faces multiple charges.
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