Apartment Crime Archives

October 10, 2018

Adriana Ruiz, 12, Injured Heroically Protecting Siblings in Houston Apartment Shooting

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(WKRN)

Could the unconscionable shooting of Adriana Ruiz have been prevented and are justice and compensation available to the young victim?

Local News

Security measures are in question after 12-year-old Adriana Ruiz was shot and injured in her Houston apartment home Friday night, October 5, 2018.

According to WKRN News, the heroic young victim gathered her siblings “in a back room” when gunfire erupted in “the courtyard of the apartment complex.” Sadly, Miss Ruiz was struck when “[o]ne of the bullets went through a wall and hit [her] in the abdomen.” She was transported to Texas Children’s Hospital with injuries.

“Houston Police Assistant Chief Bill Dobbins lauded Adriana for protecting the other children, whose ages ranged from 4 to 10,” per Houston Chronicle reports. Her mother was apparently in the apartment complex laundry room when the shooting occurred.

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 senseless shooting may have been prevented.

Have there been prior incidents of violence on or near property?
How did the assailants gain entry to the property?
What security measures, such as gated-entry, fencing, surveillance cameras, and security patrols, were in place to deter crime and protect Miss Ruiz at the time of the shooting?

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, young Adriana Ruiz and her family may seek justice and elect to 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 victim retain an experienced attorney who can ensure the preservation of any and all evidence that may support such a claim.

We’ve Recovered Millions for Victims of Apartment Security Negligence…Contact us Now for a Free Consultation.

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.

We represent our Clients on a contingency agreement, which generally means that no fees or payments are owed until and unless we recover. Anyone seeking further information or legal representation is encouraged to contact us via e-mail (click here) or by telephone at 888.842.1616. Consultations are free and confidential.

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October 5, 2018

Teen Injured in Hickory Forest Apartment Shooting; Negligent Security?

by The Murray Law Firm

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(WREG)

Could the unconscionable shooting of this Memphis boy have been prevented and are justice and compensation available to the young victim?

Local News

Security measures are in question after a 15-year-old boy was shot outside of the “Hickory Forest apartments” Thursday morning, October 4, 2018, according to WREG 3. A man reportedly opened fire on a “group of teens” in the complex parking lot. The young victim fled to a Burger King with a “gunshot wound to the arm.”

The complex was apparently the location of a shooting and home invasion in July, per WREG reports.

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 unconscionable shooting may have been prevented.

Have there been prior incidents of violence on or near property? What security measures, such as gated-entry, bright lighting, fencing, surveillance cameras, and security patrols, were in place to deter crime and protect the victims at the time of the shooting?

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 property owner or management failed to provide adequate security to protect those on its premises, the young victim may seek justice and elect to pursue legal claims for his 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 retain an experienced attorney who can ensure the preservation of any and all evidence that may support such a claim.

We’ve Recovered Millions for Victims of Apartment Security Negligence…Contact us Now for a Free Consultation.

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.

We represent our Clients on a contingency agreement, which generally means that no fees or payments are owed until and unless we recover. Anyone seeking further information or legal representation is encouraged to contact us via e-mail (click here) or by telephone at 888.842.1616. Consultations are free and confidential.

October 3, 2018

Davonte Burrus Killed in Bridgeton Apartment Shooting; Fatal Security Lapse?

by The Murray Law Firm

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Could the senseless loss of this young man have been prevented and are justice and compensation available to Mr. Burrus’ family?

Local News

Security measures are in question after 22-year-old Davonte Burrus was shot and killed outside “the Maple Gardens apartment complex Wednesday night,” September 26, 2018, according to The Daily Journal.

Police told NJ.com officers discovered Mr. Burrus “with gunshot wounds in the center lot” of the apartment complex around 6 p.m. Mr. Burrus was transported to Inspira Medical Center, where he tragically succumbed to fatal injuries.

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 tragedy may have been prevented.

Have there been prior incidents of violence on or near property? What security measures, such as gated-entry, bright lighting, fencing, surveillance cameras, and security patrols, were in place to deter crime and protect Mr. Burrus at the time of the shooting?

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 property owner or management failed to provide adequate security to protect those on its premises, the family of Davonte Burrus may seek justice and elect to pursue legal claims for their loss.

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.

We’ve Recovered Millions for Victims of Apartment Security Negligence…Contact us Now for a Free Consultation.

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.

We represent our Clients on a contingency agreement, which generally means that no fees or payments are owed until and unless we recover. Anyone seeking further information or legal representation is encouraged to contact us via e-mail (click here) or by telephone at 888.842.1616. Consultations are free and confidential.

September 27, 2018

Security Failure? San Marcos Man Shot, Robbed at The Lodge Apartments

by The Murray Law Firm

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(MySanAntonio News/Google Maps)

Could this violent San Marcos apartment robbery have been prevented and are justice and compensation available to the victim?

Local News

Security measures are in question after a man was shot during an apparent robbery at “The Lodge Apartments in the 1900 block of Aquarena Springs Drive” Thursday morning, September 20, 2018, according to MySanAntonio News.

Police told Fox 7, witnesses heard “a knock on the door before three men, two of them holding guns, entered the apartment and told everyone to get on the floor.” One of the assailants opened fire during the robbery, reportedly striking the victim multiple times. The victim’s identity and condition have not been released.

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 senseless shooting may have been prevented.

Have there been prior incidents of violence on or near property?
How did the assailants gain access to the property?
What security measures, such as gated-entry, bright lighting, fencing, surveillance cameras, deadbolts, security bars, and security patrols, were in place to deter crime and protect the victim at the time of the shooting?

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 property owner or management failed to provide adequate security to protect those on its premises, the victim may seek justice and elect to pursue legal claims for his 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 retain an experienced attorney who can ensure the preservation of any and all evidence that may support such a claim.

We’ve Recovered Millions for Victims of Apartment Security Negligence…Contact us Now for a Free Consultation.

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.

We represent our Clients on a contingency agreement, which generally means that no fees or payments are owed until and unless we recover. Anyone seeking further information or legal representation is encouraged to contact us via e-mail (click here) or by telephone at 888.842.1616. Consultations are free and confidential.

September 27, 2018

Trevor Solari Shooting; Negligent Apartment Security?

by The Murray Law Firm

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(The Sacramento Bee)

Could this tragic Sacramento apartment shooting have been prevented and are justice and compensation available to Mr. Solari’s family?

Local News

Security measures are in question in the deadly Sacramento apartment shooting, which claimed the life of 27-year-old Trevor Solari August 4, 2018.

According to The Sacramento Bee, gunfire erupted “at The Eleven Hundred apartment complex on the 1100 block of Howe Avenue,” around 6:30 a.m. Tragically, Mr. Solari succumbed to fatal injuries at the scene.

Police have finally made two arrests in connection with the “home invasion robbery,” per KCRA reports, but questions remain as to how the assailants were able to gain access to the property.

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 tragedy may have been prevented.

Have there been prior incidents of violence on or near property?
How did the assailants gain access to the property?
What security measures, such as gated-entry, bright lighting, fencing, surveillance cameras, deadbolts, security bars, and security patrols, were in place to deter crime and protect Mr. Solari at the time of the shooting?

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 property owner or management failed to provide adequate security to protect those on its premises, Trevor Solari’s family may seek justice and elect to pursue legal claims for their loss.

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.

We’ve Recovered Millions for Victims of Apartment Security Negligence…Contact us Now for a Free Consultation.

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.

We represent our Clients on a contingency agreement, which generally means that no fees or payments are owed until and unless we recover. Anyone seeking further information or legal representation is encouraged to contact us via e-mail (click here) or by telephone at 888.842.1616. Consultations are free and confidential.

September 20, 2018

Apartment Crime Watch: Residents Fight Back

by The Murray Law Firm

ApartmentCrime-300x200 While apartment complex owners and property managers are ultimately responsible for the safety and security of tenants and their guests, residents can take precautions to protect their families and neighbors.

The Richardson Police Department urges tenants to start or join an apartment community watch:

Why Do Apartment Residents Need a Crime Watch?

Predators enjoy relative anonymity due to large numbers of people coming and going.
Residency is usually short-term, and tenants develop no real sense of responsibility for the property.
Residents in gated communities can develop a false sense of security. Carelessness abounds.
Residents often leave security issues to others, not wanting to get involved.
Criminals who feel unthreatened will come back for more.

What Can Residents Do to Take Control of Their Communities?

Organize and utilize an Apartment Crime Watch program.
Criminals like to blend in, but they should feel threatened, surrounded by so many windows, balconies, doors, and eyes.
If residents do not take control, the criminals will! Be protective.It is YOUR HOME!
Challenge suspicious behavior by watching and reporting to police.
Look and listen out windows.
Sit on your balcony and be seen. Be territorial! It is your home! When away, make your unit look and sound occupied.
Guests should respect the residents, the property, and behave responsibly.
Call police first to report crimes in progress, crimes already committed, or breaches of the peace.
Inform your property manager of any incidents the next business day.

For more apartment resident safety tips and community watch information, visit RPD.

Apartment Resident Rights and Owner Responsibility

Apartment residents and guests have a right to be safe and secure while on the premises. By law, apartment owners and management companies have a duty to protect residents from any foreseeable harm. For example, should an apartment complex owner have knowledge of prior crime on or near property, they have a duty to implement security precautions to protect residents and deter future crime.

The Murray Law Firm encourages all apartment community owners and managers to work with their local law enforcement and to take a pro-active approach to property safety.

September 20, 2018

Richmond Man Killed in Lamar Park Apartment Shooting; Fatal Security Lapse?

by The Murray Law Firm

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(Covering Fort Bend News)

Could this tragic Richmond apartment shooting have been prevented and are justice and compensation available to the victim’s family?

Local News

Gunfire erupted “at the Lamar Park Apartment Complex at 1800 FM 1640” on September 16, 2018, according to Covering Fort Bend News.

Richmond police told the Fort Bend Herald, a 23-year-old man was “shot and then crashed his vehicle while trying to get away.” The victim was transported to the hospital, where he tragically succumbed to fatal injuries.

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 tragedy may have been prevented.

Have there been prior incidents of violence on or near property? What security measures, such as gated-entry, bright lighting, fencing, surveillance cameras, and security patrols, were in place to deter crime and protect the victim at the time of the shooting?

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 property owner or management failed to provide adequate security to protect those on its premises, the victim’s family may seek justice and elect to pursue legal claims for their loss.

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.

We’ve Recovered Millions for Victims of Apartment Security Negligence…Contact us Now for a Free Consultation.

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.

We represent our Clients on a contingency agreement, which generally means that no fees or payments are owed until and unless we recover. Anyone seeking further information or legal representation is encouraged to contact us via e-mail (click here) or by telephone at 888.842.1616. Consultations are free and confidential.

September 17, 2018

JoColby Malcolm Killed in Apartment Shooting; Was This Tragedy Preventable?

by The Murray Law Firm

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(Action News JAX)

Did a security failure contribute to this tragic loss and are justice and compensation available to the Mr. Malcolm’s family?

Local News

22-year-old JoColby Malcolm was shot and killed outside the “Morningside Apartments at 2401 Jammes Road” Sunday, September 2, 2018, according to Action News JAX.

Police told The Florida Times-Union, “[a]nother homicide occurred at the complex on Feb. 22, 2017, when it was Nova Eagle apartments.” That incident claimed the life of 24-year-old Roshaun O’Neil Hayles.

The two tragedies raise questions over security measures at the complex.

Did negligent security contribute to this Jacksonville apartment shooting? 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 Mr. Malcolm’s family 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 this tragedy may have been prevented.

What additional security measures, such as fencing, gated entry, surveillance cameras, bright lighting, and security patrols, were implemented by the apartment complex owner following media reports of prior gun violence on property?

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 company failed to provide adequate security to protect those on its premises, the family of JoColby Malcolm may seek justice and elect to pursue legal claims for their loss.

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.

We’ve Recovered Millions for Victims of Apartment Security Negligence…Contact us Now for a Free Consultation.

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.

We represent our Clients on a contingency agreement, which generally means that no fees or payments are owed until and unless we recover. Anyone seeking further information or legal representation is encouraged to contact us via e-mail (click here) or by telephone at 888.842.1616. Consultations are free and confidential.

September 4, 2018

Fatal Security Lapse? Cornelius Man Killed in Admirals Quarters Shooting

by The Murray Law Firm

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(WBTV 3)

Did a security failure contribute to this Cornelius apartment shooting and are justice and compensation available to the victim’s family?

Local News

A man was shot and killed “outside of a unit at…condominiums on Nautical Drive” Tuesday morning, September 4, 2018, according to WSOCTV 9.

Police are still searching for “two other parties” believed to be “involved in the shooting,” per WBTV 3 reports.

Did negligent security contribute to this senseless loss of life? 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 North Carolina, 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 tragedy may have been prevented.

Have there been prior incidents of violence on or near property? What security measures, such as fencing, gated entry, surveillance cameras, bright lighting, and security patrols, were in place to deter crime and protect the victim at the time of the shooting?

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 company failed to provide adequate security to protect those on its premises, the victim may seek justice and elect to pursue legal claims 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.

We’ve Recovered Millions for Victims of Apartment Security Negligence…Contact us Now for a Free Consultation.

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.

We represent our Clients on a contingency agreement, which generally means that no fees or payments are owed until and unless we recover. Anyone seeking further information or legal representation is encouraged to contact us via e-mail (click here) or by telephone at 888.842.1616. Consultations are free and confidential.

August 31, 2018

William Jacques Jr. Injured in Tallahassee Apartment Shooting; Security Lapse?

by The Murray Law Firm

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(WTXL)

Did a security failure contribute to this Tallahassee apartment shooting and are justice and compensation available to Mr. Jacques?

Local News

Gunfire erupted at a Tallahassee apartment complex Friday afternoon, August 24, 2018, leaving 22-year-old William Jacques Jr. critically injured.

According to WTXL, the shooting occurred at an apartment complex “”on West Tharpe Street,” around 1 p.m. This marks the second shooting at [these] Apartments this summer and the third this year,” per Tallahassee Democrat reports, raising grave questions over apartment security.

Did negligent security contribute to this senseless shooting? 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 Mr. Jacques 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 this shooting may have been prevented.

What additional security measures, such as fencing, gated entry, surveillance cameras, bright lighting, and security patrols, were implemented by the apartment complex owner following media reports of prior violence on property?

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 company failed to provide adequate security to protect those on its premises, William Jacques Jr. may seek justice and elect to pursue legal claims for his 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 retain an experienced attorney who can ensure the preservation of any and all evidence that may support such a claim.

We’ve Recovered Millions for Victims of Apartment Security Negligence…Contact us Now for a Free Consultation.

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.

We represent our Clients on a contingency agreement, which generally means that no fees or payments are owed until and unless we recover. Anyone seeking further information or legal representation is encouraged to contact us via e-mail (click here) or by telephone at 888.842.1616. Consultations are free and confidential.