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Was This Baytown Apartment Shooting Preventable?
Local News
Gunfire erupted at The Bridge at Shady Hill Apartments Friday, May 5, 2017, claiming the life of 38-year-old Lloyd Trim and leaving 20-year-old Jasmine Gonzales injured.
According to KPRC 2 News, police responded “just before 5 a.m. to The Bridge at Shady Hill Apartments in the 3400 block of Shady Hill” for a “home invasion-type call.” Assailants apparently “kicked in the door of [an] apartment” and opened fire, fatally striking Mr. Lloyd. The Baytown Sun reports, Ms. Gonzales was “transported to the hospital via Life Flight.” Her current condition has not been released.
Police have apparently not yet identified suspects or a motive.
Did negligent security contribute to this violent Baytown apartment home invasion? We represent individuals and families who have suffered a tragic loss or injury as a consequence of negligent property security. Read Our Legal Take below to find out if the victim’s family may have a legal avenue for justice and claims for substantial compensation in Texas, or call now for a free consultation with our legal team: 888.842.1616.
Our Legal Take
Apartment residents and guests have a right to feel safe and secure while on the premises. The Murray Law Firm questions the level of security provided on the property and whether this tragic loss of life may have been prevented.
- How did the intruders gain entry to the complex? What access controls, such as gated entry, surveillance cameras and security patrols, were in place to deter crime and protect residents at the time of the shooting?
Generally, property owners are required to protect all patrons legally on the premises from any foreseeable harm. Should the facts of this matter reveal that the apartment complex owner or management company failed to provide adequate security to protect those on its premises, the family of Lloyd Trim may seek justice and elect to pursue legal claims for his wrongful death. Additionally, Ms. Gonzales may pursue legal claims for her injuries.
Based upon its prior successful experience in handling security negligence claims on behalf of victims and their families, The Murray Law Firm suggests that photographs and a thorough, unbiased inspection of the property will need to be performed immediately, before any evidence may be repaired, damaged or destroyed. Given the complexities of pursuing a negligent security case, it is imperative that the victims retain an experienced attorney who can ensure the preservation of any and all evidence that may support such a claim.
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