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Teen school shooting suspect pleads guilty and will hear victim impact statements
Summary by The El Paso Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by CNN Newsource , KVIA ABC-7
· July 24, 2026
· 1 min read
By By Rebekah Riess & CNN Staff Colt Gray officially pleaded guilty in court Friday to all 55 charges against him, including four counts of murder, for the 2024 mass shooting at Apalachee High School in Winder, Georgia. Gray, 14 at the time of the shooting, killed students Mason Schermerhorn and ...
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Key takeaway Gray, 14 at the time of the shooting, killed students Mason Schermerhorn and Christian Angulo and teachers Richard Aspinwall and Cristina Irimie.
Why this matters in The El Paso
The guilty plea of Colt Gray, a teenager who committed a mass shooting at a high school in Georgia, brings attention to the issue of school safety in El Paso. While the incident occurred outside of the city, it raises concerns about the potential for similar tragedies to happen locally. El Paso residents may be wondering what measures are in place to prevent such incidents in their own schools. The fact that Gray's father was convicted of murder and manslaughter for his role in enabling the shooting highlights the importance of responsible gun ownership and storage in the community. As El Pasoans follow the sentencing of Colt Gray, they may also be reflecting on the need for continued vigilance and cooperation between schools, law enforcement, and families to ensure a safe learning environment for all students. The impact of this case may prompt local discussions about school safety protocols and gun safety laws.
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Category: schools ·
Published: July 24, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? By By Rebekah Riess & CNN Staff Colt Gray officially pleaded guilty in court Friday to all 55 charges against him, including four counts of murder, for the 2024 mass shooting at Apalachee High School in Winder, Georgia. Gray, 14 at the time of the shooting, killed students Mason Schermerhorn and ...
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