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Anthony Watkins Fatally Injured in Cleveland, OH Gas Station Shooting.

Anthony Watkins Fatally Injured in Cleveland, OH Gas Station Shooting. (Stock Photo: MurrayLegal.com)

Did negligent security contribute to this shooting death and are justice and compensation available to the victim’s family? Read Our Legal Take below to find out what legal options are available.

LAKEWOOD NEWS

Gunfire erupted Sunday afternoon, April 5, 2020 at a Cleveland, OH gas station leaving one man dead.

As reported by Cleveland.com, “the shooting…happened about 1:15 p.m. Sunday at…[a] gas station on East 125th Street and Kinsman Road.”

Crescent-news.com is reporting, “[a] man walked through the gas station parking lot shortly after 1 p.m. and shot at various people and vehicles…Anthony Watkins was shot several times in the head and body and was pronounced dead a short time later.”

A suspect was arrested in connection with the shooting.

The shooting investigation is ongoing.

OUR LEGAL TAKE

 Gas station and convenience store patrons have a right to feel safe and secure while on the premises they are visiting. 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 there been prior incidents of violence on or near the property?
  • What security measures, such as monitored surveillance cameras, clear windows, and visible security personnel, were in place to deter crime and protect the victim at the time of the shooting?
  • Was there any suspicious people or activity on the property prior to the shooting?

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 property owner or management lacked adequate security to protect its visitors, the family of Anthony Watkins may seek justice and elect to pursue legal claims and substantial compensation for their loss.  

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 family of Anthony Watkins 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 over $100 Million in verdicts and settlements for our Clients, including 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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(Cleveland.com)

(Cleveland.com)

Local News

Two young men were reportedly shot and injured during a robbery outside a gas station in Cleveland Friday morning, September 23, 2016.

According to Cleveland.com News, “[t]he shooting happened about 2:30 a.m. Friday at the Marathon Gas station on East 55th Street and Woodland Avenue.” Two armed men apparently approached the victims’ car while another passenger was inside the convenience store. The robbers stole money from the victims before opening fire, striking a 21-year-old man in the chest and a 22-year-old man in the stomach. The victims’ current conditions have not been released.

“Several shootings have happened at the gas station in recent months,” Cleveland.com reports, raising grave questions over security.

Our Legal Take

Patrons have a right to feel safe and secure while on premises of the establishment they are visiting. The Murray Law Firm questions the level of security provided at the gas station and whether this shooting may have been prevented.

  • What security measures, such as surveillance cameras, bright lighting and security patrols, were in place to protect patrons at the time of the shooting? 
  • Was the gas station owner aware of any prior incidents of violence on or near the property?  If so, were additional security precautions implemented by the property owner or management to deter crime?

Generally, property owners are required to protect all patrons legally on the premises from any foreseeable harm. 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 Property Security Negligence…Contact us Now for a Free Consultation.

Headline Frame Fox News DeskThe 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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