4 Deaths After Shooting At Apalachee High School In Georgia, USA
4 Deaths After Shooting At Apalachee High School In Georgia, USA
Two students and two teachers died in the shooting at Apalachee High School earlier today.
GEORGIA - A school shooting at Apalachee High School in Georgia, United States has left four people dead, two students and two teachers after a 14-year-old student opened fire at the school.
The four people who were killed during the school shooting in Georgia today included:
Mason Schermerhorn, age 14 (Student)
Christian Angulo, age 14 (Student)
Richard Aspinwall, age 39 (Teacher)
Christina Irimie, age 53 (Teacher)
GBI Investigates School Shooting in Barrow County, Investigation Updates:
Last Update: September 4, 2024:
Georgia Bureau of Investigation: Two students and two teachers died in the shooting at Apalachee High School earlier today. They have been identified as:
Mason Schermerhorn, age 14 (Student)
Christian Angulo, age 14 (Student)
Richard Aspinwall, age 39 (Teacher)
Christina Irimie, age 53 (Teacher)
A few important points mentioned during our 9 p.m. news conference:
- At this time, there is no evidence to suggest that there were additional shooters. Investigators are actively pursuing all leads regarding any potential associates of the shooter.
- There is no evidence of a list of schools being targeted; however, there is a lot of evidence that is being recovered and evaluated. Investigators are diligently reviewing leads to determine if there are any active threats.
- There was a call to another local high school this morning with a reported threat. Police responded, investigated, and determined there was no threat.
Original GBI Release:
Barrow County (September 4, 2024) - At the request of the Barrow County Sheriff’s Office, GBI agents are investigating a school shooting in Barrow County, GA. Two Apalachee High School students and two teachers were killed in the incident. Nine additional people (8 students, 1 teacher) were injured and taken to various hospitals with injuries. Colt Gray, age 14, has been arrested and charged with murder.
The preliminary information indicates on Wednesday, September 4, 2024, at about 10:20 a.m., Barrow County authorities received alerts about reports of an active shooter. Radio chatter from an Apalachee High School resource officer also indicated an active shooter.
Within minutes, law enforcement was on scene. Once on scene, law enforcement immediately located Gray. Gray surrendered immediately and was taken into custody.
This investigation is active and ongoing.
Lt. Governor Burt Jones Statement on Shooting at Apalachee High School
Wednesday, September 4, 2024
ATLANTA | Today, Lt. Governor Burt Jones issued the following statement in response to the shooting that took place today at Apalachee High School:
“We are devastated to learn about the tragic incident that occurred at Apalachee High School. Thank you to the brave men and women who responded from across the state.
We are keeping the students, the victims, their families and the entire community in our thoughts and prayers. Jan & I — along with the entire state of Georgia — are here for them in their time of need and will continue to lift them up in our prayers in the days and weeks and months to come.”
GBI Arrests 7 People Following a Drug Investigation in Sandersville, Georgia
Sandersville, Washington County, GA (September 5, 2024) – The GBI has arrested 7 people in Washington County, Georgia, following a joint drug investigation by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation Middle Georgia Gang Task Force (MGGTF), the Georgia State Patrol (GSP), the Georgia Department of Community Supervision (DCS), the Georgia Department of Corrections (GDC), and the Washington County Sheriff’s Office.
As a result of this operation, the following people were arrested:
Robert Johnson, age 64, of Sandersville, GA, charged with 3 counts of Sale of Cocaine and Possession of Cocaine.
Donald Sutton, age 47, of Sandersville, GA, charged with 2 counts of Sale of Cocaine and Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon.
Howard Swint, age 54, of Sandersville, GA, charged with 2 counts of Sale of Cocaine.
Anthony Williams, age 30, of Sandersville, GA, charged with Possession of Marijuana with the Intent to Distribute.
Justin Sutton, age 32, of Sandersville, GA, charged with Trafficking in Cocaine, Possession of Cocaine with the Intent to Distribute, Possession of Marijuana with the Intent to Distribute, and Possession of a Knife during the Commission of a Felony.
William Hall, age 39, of Sandersville, GA, charged with Possession of Cocaine.
Freddie Flemming, age 59, Sandersville, GA, charged with Possession of Cocaine with the Intent to Distribute.
Following a 4-month joint investigation, on Friday, August 23, 2024, GBI MGGTF arrested 4 people involved in drug sales in Washington County, GA. Law enforcement also executed multiple DCS search and arrest warrants. Following additional warrants, agents arrested 3 additional people on drug and gun charges.
During the investigation, agents seized 1 rifle, approximately 50 grams of suspected crack cocaine, 14 grams of suspected powder cocaine and approximately 28 grams of suspected marijuana.
GBI, GDC, DCS, Washington County Sheriff’s Office, and GSP conducted this investigation to make an impact on the current drug distribution and gang activity within Central Georgia and to promote a safer place for productive citizens.
GBI Investigates School Shooting in Barrow County
CASE UPDATES:
UPDATE #4 - September 5, 2024:
A few notes from our 8 p.m. news conference today:
Colin Gray was arrested on multiple charges earlier today. He knowingly allowed his son, Colt, to have the weapon.
This is a very difficult time for students & parents and many are afraid. You’ve likely seen reports of incidents of other students making threats today at various schools around the state. In each of these incidents, police took charges and made arrests as we take each matter seriously.
This is a time for us a state to come together & remain vigilant. Students must be supported and encouraged to contact a member of school faculty with all concerns of suspicious activity.
UPDATE #3 - September 5, 2024:
In coordination with District Attorney Brad Smith, the GBI has arrested Colin Gray, age 54, in connection to the shooting at Apalachee High School. Colin is Colt Gray’s father.
He is charged with the following:
- 4 counts of Involuntary Manslaughter
- 2 counts of Second Degree Murder
- 8 counts of Cruelty to Children
UPDATE #2 - September 5, 2024:
Gray has been charged with four counts of felony murder in connection to the shooting at Apalachee High School yesterday. He was taken to the Gainesville Regional Youth Detention Center. Additional charges are expected. Gray’s first appearance will be tomorrow morning at 8:30 a.m.
The autopsies of the four victims will be performed today at the GBI Medical Examiner’s Office.
The investigation into the shooting at Apalachee High School is still active and ongoing. This is day 2 of a very complex investigation, and the integrity of the case is paramount. We ask for the public’s patience as we work to ensure a successful prosecution and justice for the victims.
UPDATE #1 - September 4, 2024:
Two students and two teachers died in the shooting at Apalachee High School earlier today. They have been identified as:
- Mason Schermerhorn, age 14 (Student)
- Christian Angulo, age 14 (Student)
- Richard Aspinwall, age 39 (Teacher)
- Cristina Irimie, age 53 (Teacher)
A few important points mentioned during our 9 p.m. news conference:
- At this time, there is no evidence to suggest that there were additional shooters. Investigators are actively pursuing all leads regarding any potential associates of the shooter.
- There is no evidence of a list of schools being targeted; however, there is a lot of evidence that is being recovered and evaluated. Investigators are diligently reviewing leads to determine if there are any active threats.
- There was a call to another local high school this morning with a reported threat. Police responded, investigated, and determined there was no threat.
ORIGINAL RELEASE:
Barrow County (September 4, 2024) - At the request of the Barrow County Sheriff’s Office, GBI agents are investigating a school shooting in Barrow County, GA. Two Apalachee High School students and two teachers were killed in the incident. Nine additional people (8 students, 1 teacher) were injured and taken to various hospitals with injuries. Colt Gray, age 14, has been arrested and charged with murder.
The preliminary information indicates on Wednesday, September 4, 2024, at about 10:20 a.m., Barrow County authorities received alerts about reports of an active shooter. Radio chatter from an Apalachee High School resource officer also indicated an active shooter. Within minutes, law enforcement was on scene.
Once on scene, law enforcement immediately located Gray. Gray surrendered immediately and was taken into custody. Once the investigation is complete, the case file will be given to the Piedmont Judicial Circuit for prosecution.
GBI - Frequently Asked Questions: Apalachee High School Shooting
Last updated September 5, 2024 at 9:50 p.m.
What jail was Colt Gray booked into? Gainesville Regional Youth Detention Center
What jail was Colin Gray booked into? Barrow County Jail
Where can booking photos be found? Please contact the Barrow County Sheriff’s Office for Colin Gray’s booking photos? Contact: Major Todd Druse at Todd.druse@barrowsheriff.com
When and where will Colt Gray’s first appearance be? Friday, September 6, 2024 at 8:30 a.m. at the Barrow County Courthouse
Of the nine people injured, how many students and how many are teachers? 8 students and 1 teacher
How many of the 9 people that were injured were shot? 1 adult was shot and 6 students were shot.
Will Gray’s parents face charges? Colin Gray, the father of Colt Gray has been charged.
Is the correct spelling Christina Irimie or Cristina Irimie? Cristina Irimie
Who were the student resource officers that assisted during the incident? Brandon King and Donovan Boyd
Was Colt Gray booked into jail on Wednesday? Colt Gray was booked into jail on Wednesday, September 5, 2024.
Will the arrest affidavits for Colin Gray be available? Please contact the Barrow County Clerk of Court for affidavits.
Where did the student get the gun? Colin Gray knowingly allowed his son, Colt Gray, to possess a gun. Due to the active investigation, we’re unable to release further details.
Did Colt gray live with his father Colin Gray? Yes, Colin Gray had custody of Colt Gray.
Was there more than one shooter? No
Was Colt Gray investigated for bringing a knife to campus Wednesday morning before the shooting occurred? We don’t have any information indicating this.
Does Apalachee High School have metal detectors? No
Can you provide copies of the charging/probable cause documents for Colt Gray? Please contact the Barrow County Clerk of Court for this information.
Did Discord users contact the FBI about Georgia shooting suspect Colt Gray? Please contact the FBI for information about their investigation.
Did the panic alert system go out campus-wide, alerting a lockdown? Teachers wear badges that have panic alert buttons and are to able press the button to alert law enforcement of an incident. This system has been active for about a week before the tragedy at Apalachee High School. Several teachers pressed the alert buttons.
What time was the shooter apprehended? 10:26 a.m., moments after shots fired call came through.
What nationality is Christian Angulo? Hispanic
Can you confirm that the GBI is looking at accomplices? There are no accomplices.
Did school staff or law enforcement use ‘bleeding control kits’ to help any of the victims yesterday? Tourniquets were used.
FBI Atlanta Statement on Incident at Apalachee High School
To confirm, the subject referred to as the 13-year-old is the same subject in custody related to today's shootings at Apalachee High School.
Update: September 4, 2024, 7:49 p.m. EST:
FBI Atlanta responded earlier today to Apalachee High School following reports of an active shooter. Throughout the day, FBI personnel have been coordinating with and supporting local and state law enforcement. The FBI will dedicate all available resources, as requested, to seek justice and bring closure for the victims and their families.
In May 2023, the FBI's National Threat Operations Center received several anonymous tips about online threats to commit a school shooting at an unidentified location and time. The online threats contained photographs of guns.
Within 24 hours, the FBI determined the online post originated in Georgia, and the FBI's Atlanta Field Office referred the information to the Jackson County Sheriff's Office for action.
The Jackson County Sheriff's Office located a possible subject, a 13-year-old male, and interviewed him and his father. The father stated he had hunting guns in the house, but the subject did not have unsupervised access to them.
The subject denied making the threats online. Jackson County alerted local schools for continued monitoring of the subject.
At that time, there was no probable cause for arrest or to take any additional law enforcement action on the local, state, or federal levels.
Initial Statement:
FBI Atlanta is aware of the current situation at Apalachee High School in Barrow County. Our agents are on scene coordinating with and supporting local law enforcement.
