Georgia Shooter’s Father Taken into Custody!

As a die-hard advocate of the 2nd Amendment and a conscientious firearm possessor, my blood boils witnessing someone’s gross negligence with guns. This is particularly true when the alarm bells had been ringing long before disaster hit. The recent Georgia school shooting, which claimed four innocent lives and injured nine others, has exposed an ugly reality: carelessness can be as destructive as any anti-gun legislation.

Colin Gray, the father of the accused shooter, Colt Gray, is now facing numerous charges, including manslaughter, second-degree murder, and child cruelty. While some might question the harshness of these charges, I am not among them. What I find beyond comprehension is how any father, even after being questioned by the FBI in 2023 about his son’s online threats, could still permit his child unsupervised access to firearms.

My Journey as a Gun Owner and Parent

I’ve proudly owned guns for as long as I can remember. My daughter and I would frequently visit our local gun range to practice shooting. Like many of you, I was taught from day one the importance of proper training and respect for firearms. In New York (excluding NYC), I earned my concealed carry permit only after rigorous training from the Sheriff’s office, emphasizing the gravity of gun safety.

I made sure my daughter learned early that a gun is never a plaything. Safety was paramount, and I never left a firearm unlocked or within reach. I was the sole individual who knew the combination to our home’s gun safe. Why? Because firearms are a serious matter, and it’s our obligation as responsible gun owners to treat them with the respect they warrant.

A Year of Ignored Alarms: How Could This Happen?

Let’s examine the chilling facts of this Georgia case. Over a year before the horrific school shooting, the FBI became aware of a frightening online post by Colt Gray. He threatened to “shoot up a middle school” on Discord, a messaging app widely used among gamers. The threat was grave enough to prompt an FBI tip-off to local authorities, who visited the Gray residence in May 2023 for an investigation.

The officers interviewed both Colt and his father, Colin. During this encounter, Colin acknowledged that guns were present in the home but insisted they were unloaded and secured. He dismissed Colt’s behavior as a reaction to being bullied at school and reassured the officers that his son had been instructed about gun safety. However, despite these red flags, no action was taken. The firearms remained within reach of a troubled young boy. It was only a matter of time until tragedy ensued.

The Charges Against Colin Gray: A Fitting Response

Some might argue that the charges against Colin Gray—four counts of involuntary manslaughter, two counts of second-degree murder, and eight counts of cruelty to children—are excessively harsh. But let’s face reality: this isn’t just about poor parenting; it’s about blatant negligence in the face of an evident threat.

Colin was aware of his son’s struggles. He knew his son had made online threats that attracted the attention of the FBI. Yet, he still allowed Colt access to firearms. In what universe does that make sense? How can any responsible gun owner, especially one who’s been warned, allow a 14-year-old, previously investigated for violent threats, unsupervised access to weapons?

This isn’t about whether Colin should be held accountable. He should. This is about whether the charges are justified. And I say yes—they are. The law must hold people liable for their actions, particularly when those actions result in the deaths of four innocent individuals. The fact that these charges are being filed sends a crucial message to gun owners everywhere: negligence isn’t an accident.

What Implications Does This Case Have for Gun Owners?

This case serves as a grim reminder that our right to bear arms is deeply intertwined with our responsibility as gun owners. Let me be explicit: I am a staunch defender of the 2nd Amendment. I believe in the right to own and carry firearms for protection, sport, and personal freedom. But this right comes with an uncompromising duty to practice proper gun safety.

Colin Gray failed this test abysmally. This wasn’t a case of a responsible gun owner taking all necessary precautions and still facing tragedy. No, this was a parent who disregarded every warning sign and left the door wide open for disaster. For this, he must be held accountable. The charges against him directly reflect the severity of his negligence.

This isn’t an assault on gun ownership; it’s a call to fulfill the responsibilities that come with owning firearms. If we, as a firearm-owning community, don’t uphold ourselves to the highest standards, who will? The left is always hunting for reasons to curtail our rights, and cases like this only add fuel to their fire.

The Necessity of Securing Firearms

If there’s one thing we all agree on as responsible gun owners, it’s that securing firearms is a must. In my home, every gun is locked in a safe, and I’m the only person who knows the combination. That’s not overkill; that’s common sense.

Colin Gray didn’t take these precautions. He allowed his son, flagged for making violent threats, access to firearms. How can we defend such behavior? We can’t. This is negligence, pure and simple. And it betrays the core values we, as 2nd Amendment supporters, cherish: responsibility, safety, and respect for the power of firearms.

A Closing Reflection: Accountability Is Key

In the grand scheme of things, this case isn’t just about one father’s grave mistakes. It’s about the broader message we project as a society about gun ownership and accountability. Colin Gray made disastrous decisions, and his negligence resulted in the deaths of four individuals. The law is correct in holding him accountable, and I believe the severity of the charges mirrors the magnitude of his failures as a gun owner and as a parent.

We must remain steadfast in our belief that the 2nd Amendment is crucial to our freedoms but we cannot let negligence like this go unchecked. Colin Gray’s actions—and lack thereof—have cost lives, and for that, he must face the repercussions.

What’s your take? Should Colin Gray face these severe charges or do you think the law is overstepping its bounds in this case? Let’s engage in an open conversation about the responsibilities that come with gun ownership and what it means to protect our rights while ensuring community safety.

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Jimmy

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