Triple Shooting Leaves One Dead, Two Injured at Pinewood Manor Apartments
A mass shooting at Pinewood Manor Apartments on the evening of January 14, 2025, left one person dead and two others injured. Officers from the Statesboro Police Department and the Bulloch County Sheriff’s Office responded to the scene, confirming reports of multiple victims. The suspect had fled before law enforcement arrived.
Two teenagers, both high school-aged, were rushed to emergency care. One was airlifted to Savannah Memorial Medical Center, while the other was transported by ambulance to the Regional Medical Center. Their current conditions have not been disclosed.
In a statement, the Statesboro Police Chief said detectives are actively interviewing witnesses, gathering evidence, and working to identify and apprehend the suspect. Authorities are urging anyone with information about the shooting to come forward.
This triple shooting at Pinewood Manor Apartments may expose the property owners to civil liability under Georgia’s negligent security laws.
How Does Negligent Security Law Take Effect?
In Georgia, property owners have a legal duty to take reasonable precautions to protect their tenants, visitors, and guests from foreseeable criminal activity. This responsibility becomes particularly important in areas where crime has been an ongoing issue.
When property owners fail to implement basic security measures–such as repairing broken locks, maintaining adequate lighting, or hiring security–they may be held civilly liable under negligent security laws in Georgia. If their inaction contributes to the occurrence of violent crime, they can face legal consequences for failing to provide a safe environment on property.
By taking proactive steps, however, like installing surveillance cameras, securing entry points, or improving visibility in common areas, property owners can help reduce the recurrence of criminal activity and create safer spaces for those who live, work, and visit there.
History of Crime at Pinewood Manor Apartments
The shooting which took place this past Tuesday is not the first time the Pinewood Manor Apartments have been the scene of crime. In April of 2022, 26-year-old De’onta Trowel-Mosteller was murdered in a deadly shooting.
A resident of Pinewood Manor, Ayanna Brack (who claims to be the cousin of the deceased victim, spoke with news reporters indicating that shootings happen at the complex often.
Online Reviews reveal a consensus from the residents of mistreatment by the management staff, with one resident claiming the woman in charge is “not safe to be around…” Another resident states that the complex has “virtually turned into a prison halfway house…”
Victims and Their Relatives Can Demand Justice
When violent crime occurs due to a property owner’s negligence, victims and their families are often left to deal with the devastating aftermath of these crimes on their own. Law enforcement may investigate the crime, but they are not responsible for ensuring that property owners take steps to improve security or provide compensation for those who’ve been affected.
Fortunately, however, victims and/or their relatives can take legal action themselves to seek accountability from the property owners. Filing a civil lawsuit against a negligent property owner can provide these victims with monetary compensation to cover unexpected financial hardships resulting from the crime. While no amount of money can ever undo the trauma, holding property owners accountable can push them to implement better security measures and prevent future tragedies.
By demanding justice, victims not only seek the compensation they deserve, but they send a clear message to the property owners that safety and security must be taken seriously. These legal actions can help lead to safer environments and protect others from suffering the same tragedies.
Together we can Make Georgia Safe, one community at a time.