Tragic Georgia School Shooting Sparks Gun Control Debate
A 14-year-old boy at Apalachee High School in Georgia killed two students and two teachers, wounding nine others. The suspect, Colt Gray, is in custody and will be tried as an adult. The incident has ignited national debates on gun control, with calls from leaders for legislative action.
A 14-year-old boy shot and killed two students and two teachers, leaving nine others injured at Apalachee High School in Georgia on Wednesday, marking the year's first mass campus shooting. The suspect, identified as Colt Gray, has been taken into custody and will be charged as an adult.
Authorities revealed that Gray had previously been interviewed by local law enforcement for making online threats about a school shooting. The Federal Bureau of Investigation also confirmed an earlier investigation into similar threats. The shooting has renewed the national debate on gun control and prompted calls for legislative action from political leaders, including President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris.
In response to the tragedy, the community of Winder, Georgia, held a prayer vigil to honor the victims. Local leaders emphasized unity and resilience, while political figures from both parties condemned the act and reiterated the need for stronger gun safety measures. Former President Donald Trump also expressed condolences to the victims and their families.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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