Colt Gray, who was 14 at the time of the September 2024 shooting at Apalachee High School, was sentenced to life in prison on Tuesday. Gray pleaded guilty to the charges, which included the deaths of two 14-year-old students and two teachers. In addition to the fatalities, nine other individuals sustained injuries during the incident.

Because of the severity of the crimes, Gray was charged and prosecuted as an adult. The weapon used in the attack was identified as a firearm that Gray had received from his father as a Christmas gift. Superior Court Judge Nicholas Primm presided over the sentencing, finalizing the legal proceedings for the case. While the court has reached a verdict, the broader discussion surrounding the culpability of the parents and the accessibility of the firearm remains a significant aspect of the public discourse following the tragedy.