Lawsuit Filed Over 2022 Colorado Club Shooting Highlights Red Flag Law Failures

Victims of the 2022 Colorado nightclub shooting accuse local officials of failing to enforce a red flag law meant to prevent such tragedies. Two lawsuits were filed on the attack's anniversary, alleging negligence by the El Paso County Sheriff's Office and commissioners's board. The shooter had previously shown threatening behavior.

Victims of the deadly 2022 shooting at a gay nightclub in Colorado have initiated legal action against local authorities, accusing them of not enforcing a preventive red flag gun law that could have averted the tragedy.

The lawsuits, disclosed on the second anniversary of the Club Q attack, allege that former El Paso County Sheriff Bill Elder and the county's Board of Commissioners neglected to apply Colorado's red flag law despite having credible information about the shooter's escalating threats.

This law empowers courts to order the removal of firearms from individuals deemed dangerous. Criticism is directed at the sheriff and commissioners for their allegedly 'reckless disregard' of risks, possibly exacerbating the tragic outcome.

(With inputs from agencies.)