Jacksonville Family Sues Apartment Complex After Fatal Shooting
The family of 19-year-old Patrick Hurlburt is suing The Marley at Trout River Apartments following his death in an armed home invasion.
Updated on Oct. 29, 2026 in Property Crime
The family of Patrick Hurlburt has filed a wrongful death lawsuit in Duval County Circuit Court against the owners and managers of The Marley at Trout River Apartments. Hurlburt was fatally shot during an armed home invasion on February 13, 2026, and died six days later.
Why it matters
The lawsuit alleges that the property management failed to provide essential security measures like surveillance, lighting, and controlled access despite a known history of violence at the complex.
A civil lawsuit was filed in Duval County Circuit Court alleging negligence in security protocols. No arrests have been announced by law enforcement regarding the shooting.
The players
Patrick Hurlburt
He was a 19-year-old resident who died following an armed home invasion at his apartment complex.
Cushman & Wakefield of Florida
This real estate firm is named as a defendant in the wrongful death lawsuit filed regarding security failures at the apartment complex.
Marvin Ousley
He was a former resident whose 2021 shooting death at the same apartment complex is cited in the current lawsuit as evidence of a pattern of violence.
The details
The legal complaint claims that the defendants failed to adequately warn residents about the property's history, which included the 2021 shooting death of Marvin Ousley. Records indicate that police received 996 calls for service at the Jacksonville site during the defendants' tenure.
Timeline
Marvin Ousley was shot at the property in 2021.
Police began a 31-month service call analysis period on July 1, 2023.
Patrick Hurlburt was shot in his apartment on February 13, 2026.
Patrick Hurlburt died from his injuries on February 19, 2026.
The family is scheduled to speak publicly regarding the lawsuit on October 29, 2026.
Legal Context
The lawsuit cites the 2021 shooting death of Marvin Ousley as evidence that the property owners were aware of a persistent pattern of violent crime. This case follows a trend of litigation in Jacksonville where property owners are held liable for security failures at high-crime complexes.
This case highlights ongoing concerns regarding residential security standards in Jacksonville apartment complexes. Residents in the area may look for increased police patrols or improved property management security measures as a result of the filing.
The takeaway
Property management companies face heightened scrutiny when historical crime data suggests preventable risks. Families of victims often seek justice through civil courts when they believe property owners failed to maintain safe living conditions for residents.
Further reading
Learn more about local investigations and public safety updates in the Jacksonville Property Crime section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by News 4 Jax.
