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Negligent Security? Our Legal Take: Jaleel Downey Killed in Pine Ridge Apartment Shooting
Did negligent security contribute to the death of this young man? We represent, and have recovered millions of dollars for, individuals who have suffered a tragic loss or injury as a consequence of negligent apartment security. Read Our Legal Take to find out if Mr. Downey’s family may have a legal avenue for justice and claim for substantial compensation in North Carolina.
Local News
23-year-old Jaleel Downey was reportedly shot and killed outside of the Pine Ridge Apartments in Roxboro Saturday night, November 19, 2016.
According to WRAL News, the shooting occurred around 10:00 p.m. outside “the Pine Ridge Apartments located at 1524 Pine Ridge Drive.” Mr. Downey was apparently discovered in the “front yard of the complex” and transported to Person Memorial Hospital.
Our Legal Take
Apartment residents and guests have a right to feel safe and secure within the community. The Murray Law Firm questions the level of security provided at the apartment complex and whether this tragic loss of life may have been prevented.
- How did the gunman gain access to the property? What security measures, such as gated-entry, fencing, security patrols, and surveillance cameras, were in place to deter crime at the time of the shooting?
- Have there been prior incidents of violence on or near property? If so, were any additional security precautions implemented by the property owner or management to protect residents and guests?
Generally, property owners are required to protect all residents and guests 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 Jaleel Downey may seek justice and elect to pursue a legal claim for his wrongful death.
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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