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Could these senseless Jacksonville apartment shootings have been prevented?
Local News
Security measures are in question after two separate shootings outside the Kings Ridge apartment complex left five people injured.
According to Action News JAX, “three women were shot Saturday night at a party held [at the] Kings Ridge Apartments.” All three were transported to the hospital with “non-life-threatening” injuries. Less than 24 hours later, News 4 JAX reports, “police returned to the same area to investigate after another two people were shot.” Both victims were hospitalized. Their current conditions have not been released.
Over the past six months, the JSO crime map reports an extensive history of criminal activity within a half mile of the complex:
(News 4 JAX)
Did negligent security contribute to these Jacksonville apartment shootings? 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 victims may have a legal avenue for justice and claims for substantial compensation in Florida, 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 these incidents may have been prevented.
- How did the gunmen gain entry to the property? What additional security measures, such as gated-entry, guest screening, bright lighting, surveillance cameras, and security patrols, were implemented by the apartment complex owner to deter crime following media reports of prior local crime?
Generally, property owners are required to protect all those legally on the premises from any foreseeable harm. Should the facts of this matter reveal that the apartment complex owner or management failed to provide adequate security to protect those on its premises, the victims may seek justice and elect to pursue legal claims for their 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 victim’s family retain an experienced attorney who can ensure the preservation of any and all evidence that may support such a claim.
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The Murray Law Firm has an extensive and successful record representing victims of violence and security negligence. We have recovered millions of dollars for our Clients, and recently obtained a $29.25 million dollar verdict for a victim of an unsafe property. We offer our legal assistance, if desired.
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