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Kyle Stoner Fatally Injured in Richmond, VA Restaurant Shooting. (WRIC.com)
Did negligent security contribute to this restaurant 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.
LOCAL NEWS
One man was shot at a Richmond, VA restaurant Sunday night, July 3, 2022.
As reported by WRIC.com, “[a] death investigation is underway…at [a restaurant] on the 1300 block of West Main Street in Richmond. Police were called to the scene for reports of random gunfire shortly before 10:30 p.m. Sunday.”
Richmond.com is reporting, “[officers] responded and found Kyle Stoner, 36, of Richmond with an apparent gunshot wound. He was pronounced dead at the scene.”
According to WTVR.com, “Monday evening, Richmond Police announced the arrest of a suspect.”
The investigation is ongoing.
OUR LEGAL TAKE
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Restaurant patrons and guests have a right to feel safe and secure while on the premises. The level of security provided at the restaurant 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?
- Was the restaurant aware of any improper activity before the incident occurred?
- What security measures, such as guarded-entry, monitored surveillance cameras, bright lighting, and visible security patrols were in place to deter crime and protect the victim and others at the time of 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 restaurant owner or management lacked adequate security to protect its guests and visitors, the family of Kyle Stoner 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 Kyle Stoner retain a capable law firm who will work without delay to protect their interests.
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