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Devon McClain Killed in Augusta, GA Mall Shooting. Security Negligence?

Justice for Family? Devon McClain Shooting Augusta.

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 family of Devon McClain.

Devon McClain Killed in Augusta, GA Mall Shooting. (WRDW.com)

Augusta, GA – A teen was shot at an Augusta mall September 23, 2025.  

As reported by AugustaChronicle.com, “[o]ne teen is dead, and another teen is in custody facing a murder charge after a fistfight escalated into a shooting on Tuesday at [a mall in Augusta].”

According to the report, “It all started as a fight at first, which ended up going from a fistfight to one of the subjects pulling out a firearm and shooting the other one.”
WRDW.com is reporting, “about six people were involved in the incident that was reported around 1:15 p.m. When deputies arrived within two minutes, they found the victim. A Richmond County Marshal’s Office deputy immediately began CPR on the teen, who was pronounced dead at 2:40 p.m.”
According to WMBFnews.com, “[t]he victim was identified as Devon McClain, 17.”
The investigation is ongoing.

Potential Legal Claims for family of Devon McClain?

OUR LEGAL TAKE

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Mall visitors and guests have a right to feel safe and secure while on the premises they are visiting. 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 questions are also important in assessing whether this incident may have been avoided:

  • Have prior incidents of violence been reported on or near the property?
  • Was the property owner or manager aware of any suspicious activity prior to the shooting?
  • Were any security personnel at the property?
  • Were security measures added after any prior incidents?
  • What protocol was in place to deter crime and protect the victims at the time of the shooting? 
  • Have authorities been to the property on prior occasions?

Property owners are generally required to protect against foreseeable harm to anyone and everyone legally while 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 family of Devon McClain 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 Devon McClain retain a capable law firm who will work without delay to protect their interests.

OUR RESULTS? NEARLY $250 MILLION IN VERDICTS AND SETTLEMENTS FOR OUR CLIENTS

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

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