Marcee GrayThe mother of alleged Apalachee High School shooter Colt Gray is facing charges in a domestic violence incident. Fox 5 Atlanta says Marcee is under investigation for allegedly restraining her elderly mother in a chair for nearly 24 hours.
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Details on Georgia school shooter’s mother’s indictment
THE Atlanta Journal-Constitution notes that a grand jury has charged Marcee, 43, with exploitation of a person with a disability, false imprisonment and robbery.
The (AJC) learned it took a day to locate Deborah Polhamus, 74, at her home in Ben Hill County.
Fox 5 Atlanta reports that Marcee Gray attacked her mother after she refused to go with her to Barrow County to confront her ex-husband, Colin Gray, on November 3, 2023.
“Marcee became upset and told Deborah that she was making her go with her because she was going to kill her ex. Deborah stated that she refused to go, and Marcee threw her against the wall, causing a cut on her left wrist. Marcee stated that since Deborah would not go, she was going to tie her to a chair and take her phone so she would not call anyone,” the AJC reported the incident.
The next day, November 4, 2023, court records reveal that Marcee damaged her ex-husband’s work truck in a separate case. On November 6, 2023, Barrow County arrested Marcee for allegedly hiding the license plates of her Nissan Rogue and possessing substances.
In December, she was charged with concealing her license plate, damaging property and domestic violence, according to USA TodayShe pleaded guilty, and a local judge sentenced her to five years in prison, starting with 46 days of confinement.
After the sentencing, authorities took Marcee back to Ben Hill County to face charges related to her mother’s treatment. The AJC revealed that while Marcee’s mother wanted her to face consequences, she did not want her to live as a criminal for the rest of her life.
In April, Marcee was granted a $5,700 bond for Fox 5 Atlanta. The outlet also notes that she could face up to 20 years in prison.
Marcee warns Apalachee High School before shooting
Marcee’s arrest comes after The Washington Post reports that she called Apalachee High School the morning before her son opened fire. The incident on (September 4) killed four and injured nine.
Colt Gray’s grandfather, Charles Polhamus, said Marcee called the school after receiving Colt’s message, “I’m sorry, Mom,” according to USA Today.
A call log shows Marcee called the school for 10 minutes at 9:50 a.m., shortly before Colt fired at 10:20 a.m.
“I was the one who notified the high school guidance counselor. I told them it was an extreme emergency and to go immediately to find my son to check on him,” according to a screenshot of text messages between Marcee and her sister.
TSR previously reported that Marcee called the deadly shooting “absolutely horrific” and lamented its impact on students and teachers.
“I am so, so sorry and cannot begin to comprehend the pain and suffering they are going through right now,” Gray wrote in a text message to The Washington Post.
Latest information on Colt Gray’s father’s arrest
Colt Gray’s father, Colin Gray, is currently serving time in prison. The 54-year-old is facing charges related to the Apalachee High School shooting.
THE New York Post reports that Colin Gray faces charges of manslaughter, second-degree murder and cruelty to children.
Authorities are also investigating whether he provided an AR-15-style rifle to Colt in December 2023, which he used in the Apalachee incident.
The latest lawsuit states that Colin remains in custody without bail and could face up to 180 years in prison if convicted.
He and Colt are scheduled to appear in court on December 4. Atlanta News First also said a grand jury will consider formal charges against them on October 17.
TSR previously mentioned that Colt Gray requested separation from other inmates due to fear of backlash over the Apalachee school shooting.
THE New York Post noted that he has received numerous threats since authorities identified his son as the shooter. His legal team argued that assuming no inmate wants to harm him would be reckless, according to NBC News.
RELATED: UPDATE: Father of Apalachee High School shooter reportedly demands separation of inmates due to death threats
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