In a surprising decision, a Los Angeles jury has ruled that the actions of casino security did not cause the death of 27-year-old Jessica Jung, despite claims of negligence. Jung, a popular social media influencer, was found dead in her hotel room at the Luxor Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas in May of last year.
The lawsuit against the casino, filed by Jung’s family, alleged that security at the establishment failed to properly respond to a distress call made by Jung shortly before her death. According to the family’s attorney, Jung had called hotel security to report a disturbance outside of her room, but security reportedly took over 20 minutes to respond.
During the trial, hotel security testified that they were delayed in responding to Jung’s call because they were dealing with another incident on the opposite end of the property. They also claimed that Jung did not provide enough information during the call for them to properly assess the situation.
Despite these claims of negligence, the jury ultimately ruled in favor of the casino, stating that there was not enough evidence to prove that the actions of security directly caused Jung’s death. The jury also took into consideration Jung’s history of substance abuse and mental health issues, which they believed may have played a role in her untimely passing.
The decision has sparked controversy and outrage among Jung’s supporters, who believe that the casino should be held accountable for their alleged failures in responding to Jung’s distress call. Many are calling for stricter regulations and guidelines for hotel security procedures to prevent similar tragedies from occurring in the future.
In response to the verdict, a spokesperson for the Luxor Hotel and Casino released a statement expressing condolences for Jung’s family and emphasizing their commitment to guest safety. The spokesperson also stated that they will be reviewing and making changes to their security protocols in light of the trial.
As the legal battle comes to a close, the family of Jessica Jung is left grappling with the loss of their loved one and the disbelief of the jury’s decision. They have expressed their intention to continue fighting for justice and holding those responsible for Jung’s death accountable.
