Mr Gray, aged 73, was killed by his son Christopher Gray on 23 February 2021 in the flat they shared in Falkirk.
A preliminary hearing is set for 25 April 2025 in Falkirk Sheriff Court.
The purpose of a Fatal Accident Inquiry (FAI) includes determining the cause of death; the circumstances in which the deaths occurred, and to establish what, if any, reasonable precautions could have been taken, and could be implemented in the future, to minimise the risk of future deaths in similar circumstances.
Unlike criminal proceedings, FAIs are inquisitorial in nature, and are used to establish facts rather than to apportion blame.
This Inquiry will explore the circumstances of Mr Gray’s death, with particular focus on the health board assessment and discharge of Christopher Gray into the deceased’s care.
Procurator Fiscal Andy Shanks, who leads on death investigations for COPFS, said:
“The death of Alexander Gray occurred in circumstances giving rise to significant public concern and as such a discretionary Fatal Accident Inquiry should be held.
“An FAI will allow a full public airing of the evidence of the procurator fiscal’s wider investigations with interested parties. The evidence will be tested in a public setting and be the subject of an independent judicial determination.
“Mr Alexander Gray’s family will continue to be kept informed of significant developments as court proceedings progress.”