News Summary
Charlie Clemons has filed a lawsuit seeking over $50,000 in damages following a shooting at Pockets Pool & Pub. The incident injured Clemons and two others. The suit claims negligence by multiple business entities for failing to ensure patron safety. This shooting, part of a troubling trend in Tallahassee, raises concerns about security measures in local establishments, as the community grapples with increased gun violence.
Tallahassee – A lawsuit has been filed by a local resident, Charlie Clemons, in response to a shooting incident that occurred at Pockets Pool & Pub on July 22, 2023. The incident resulted in injuries to Clemons and two other individuals. He is seeking damages exceeding $50,000 from three business entities connected to the pool hall: Pockets Pool & Pub LLC, BowdenPub LLC, and 2810 Heritage Plaza LLC.
The lawsuit alleges that Pockets Pool & Pub LLC was responsible for the operation of the pool hall before it was taken over by BowdenPub LLC. Additionally, 2810 Heritage Plaza LLC is identified as the owner of the shopping center where the pool hall is located. Clemons contends that these entities had a legal duty to ensure the safety of their patrons but failed to act appropriately to safeguard them from violent incidents.
The incident report provided by the Tallahassee Police Department (TPD) revealed that officers arrived at the scene to find a victim with a gunshot wound to the leg in the parking lot, who was subsequently transported to a hospital for treatment. Shortly thereafter, two more victims arrived at the hospital, including one who was reportedly injured by gunfire in both the left arm and the left side of the head. This escalation of violence has alarmed the local community and raised questions about safety measures at Pockets Pool & Pub.
According to the details outlined in the lawsuit, the pool hall harbored a troubling history of violent incidents. Notably, an earlier incident occurred in March when four women were arrested following a physical altercation in the parking lot involving a male victim. The frequency of such violence, Clemons’ attorney argues, indicates that the pool hall should have recognized the pressing need for enhanced security measures to protect its patrons.
The central claim in Clemons’ lawsuit is negligence on the part of the pool hall and its associated entities for their failure to implement security protocols or deterrents to prevent such violent acts. The absence of sufficient security, the lawsuit emphasizes, directly contributed to the conditions that led to the shooting incident.
As of May 27, the case has been assigned to Circuit Judge Angela Dempsey in Leon County, but court records show that the businesses involved had not yet been formally served with a copy of the complaint. This delay in proceedings may impact the timeline for resolution of the case.
The shooting incident at Pockets Pool & Pub has highlighted a broader pattern of gun violence in Tallahassee, which has reported a total of 49 serious shootings in the year 2023. These incidents have tragically resulted in 11 fatalities and 39 injuries, raising significant concerns among residents about safety in public spaces. The local authorities are under pressure to address this worrying trend and implement measures to reduce violence and improve safety across the city.
The outcome of Clemons’ lawsuit may have implications beyond his case, potentially influencing how businesses in Tallahassee address security and patron safety in the face of rising gun violence. As the legal proceedings unfold, stakeholders will be closely monitoring any developments that arise from this case.
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