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John Ryan Burton Killed at Northwest San Antonio Apartment Complex (KSAT 12)
Northwest San Antonio – January 29 , 2018
Did negligent security contribute to the death of John Ryan Burton at a San Antonio apartment complex and are justice and compensation available to the victim’s family?
LOCAL NEWS
San Antonio police discovered 35-year-old John Ryan Burton lying on the ground outside one of the apartment buildings in the 7800 block of Woodchase Drive at about 4:25 a.m., mySA is reporting.
According to KSAT 12, “police said a witness identified which of the apartments Burton had left from. Two people were ultimately located inside the apartment and they both were taken to police headquarters for questioning.”
No arrests have been made.
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 at the apartment complex and whether this shooting may have been prevented.
- Have there been prior incidents of violence on property?
- What security measures, such as bright lighting, gated-entry, fencing, monitored surveillance cameras, and visible 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 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 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 retain an experienced attorney who can ensure the preservation of any and all evidence that may support such a claim.
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