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Santa Cruz Small Craft Harbor’s Parking Lot Shooting in Santa Cruz, CA Leaves Two People Critically Injured. Security Negligence? (KSBW.com)
Did negligent security contribute to this parking lot shooting and are justice and compensation available to the victims? Our firm represents victims of security failures across the United States, and we have recovered nearly $250 million dollars for our Clients. Read Our Legal Take below to find out what legal options are available.
LOCAL NEWS
Two people were shot at a Santa Cruz, CA parking lot Thursday night, August 8, 2024.
As reported by CBSnews.com, “Santa Cruz police said officers responded at about 8:53 p.m. to the shooting in the parking lot of the Small Craft Harbor at 135 5th Avenue. The shooting happened during a crowded outdoor weekly beach party event at The Crow’s Nest restaurant.”
KRON4.com is reporting, “[p]olice located two victims suffering from gunshot wounds. Paramedics treated both victims at the scene. One of the victims was taken to a trauma center, where they are listed in critical condition. “
The investigation is ongoing.
IS JUSTICE AVAILABLE? OUR LEGAL TAKE
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Parking lot guests and visitors have a right to feel safe and secure while on the premises. The level of security provided at the property is of significance, and is a relevant consideration when analyzing whether this shooting may have been prevented. The following questions are also important in assessing whether this incident may have been avoided:
- Have prior incidents of violence been reported on or near the property?
- Was the property owner or manager aware of any suspicious activity prior to the shooting?
- Were any security personnel at the property?
- Were security measures added after any prior incidents?
- What protocol was in place to deter crime and protect the victims at the time of the shooting?
- Have authorities been to the property on prior occasions?
Property owners are generally required to protect against foreseeable harm to anyone and everyone legally on the premises. Should the investigation into this incident reveal facts that establish that the hotel owner or management lacked adequate security to protect its guests and visitors, the victims may seek justice and elect to pursue legal claims and substantial compensation for their injuries.
The Murray Law Firm has extensive and successful experience in handling security negligence claims on behalf of victims and their families, and suggests that an immediate, unbiased inspection of the property will need to be performed so as to limit evidence from being altered, damaged or destroyed. The complexities of pursuing a negligent security case are well understood by the legal team at The Murray Law Firm, and it is imperative that the victims retain a capable law firm who will work without delay to protect their interests.
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The Murray Law Firm has a long history of representing victims of violence and security negligence. We have obtained nearly $250 Million in verdicts and settlements for our Clients, including:
- A $29.25 million dollar verdict for a victim of an unsafe property.
- Settlement in excess of $10 million dollars for a victim of gun violence at an apartment complex.
- Settlement in excess of $10 million dollars for a family who lost a loved one to gun violence at a commercial property.
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