Family Sues Oregon Hospital for $35M After Security Guard's Fatal Shooting

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Source: The Guardian US
Family Sues Oregon Hospital for $35M After Security Guard's Fatal Shooting
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The family of Bobby Smallwood, an Oregon hospital security guard killed while protecting a maternity ward, is suing Legacy Good Samaritan hospital for $35 million. The lawsuit claims the hospital ignored multiple warnings about the attacker, PoniaX Calles, who had a history of violence and was allowed to remain on the premises despite threats. Smallwood was shot by Calles, who was later killed by police. The family alleges the hospital's failure to follow safety protocols led to Smallwood's death, and they seek damages for the loss.

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