Greater Inwood Sexual Assaults: Legal Claims for Apartment Crime Victims?

We have over 25 years of experience representing 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 to the Greater Inwood sexual assault victims.

Houston, TX – Five women have reported to have been sexually assaulted inside their apartments dating back to August 14, 2024.

As reported by ABC13.com, “Houston police are asking for the public’s help to identify a man who has sexually assaulted five women inside their apartments on the city’s northwest side. On Friday afternoon, HPD released video of the suspect just hours after the latest attack at 5454 W. Gulf Bank.”

According to the report, [the suspect] has targeted five female residents at four apartment complexes in the greater Inwood area since Aug.14. The following three attacks each happened a week apart on Oct. 9, Oct. 17, and Oct. 24. The fifth was on Friday around 7:30 a.m.”

KHOU.com is reporting, “[a]ll of the attacks happened at women’s apartments and police said the suspect wore a ski mask and had a gun. They said he forced his way inside after they opened the door when he knocked.”

The investigation is ongoing.

Legal Options Available to Greater Inwood Sexual Assault Victims?

OUR LEGAL TAKE

Apartment residents and guests have a right to feel safe and secure while on school 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 list of questions are also important in assessing whether this incident may have been avoided:

• How did the assailant gain entry?
• Have there been prior incidents on property?
• What security measures, such as security patrols, were in place to deter crime and protect the victims at the time of the assault? 

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 victims may seek justice and elect to pursue legal claims and substantial compensation for their suffering and 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 victims retain a capable law firm who will work without delay to protect their interests.

Successful Legal Outcomes in Similar Cases.

The Murray Law Firm has a long history of representing victims of violence and security negligence, and we offer legal analysis to victims and potential Clients. 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 violence at an apartment complex.
• Settlement in excess of $10 million dollars for a family who lost a loved one to violence at a commercial property.

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