The Legal Herald Logo
Legal Analysis By Attorneys
Breaking Legal News

Chicora, Pennsylvania - Gary Ellenberger Charged With Attempted Homicide in Shooting at Millerstown Inn

Millerstown Inn
Published: September 4, 2018
By: Darla Medina
Last Updated on December 2, 2020

One Man in Critical Condition, One Arrested After Bar Shooting in Chicora

Butler County police arrested and charged one man with attempted criminal homicide after a shooting left another in critical condition early Sunday morning. Police say the shooting took place at Millerstown Inn on South Main Street in Chicora at around 1:43 a.m. on September 2nd. 56-year-old Gary Ellenberger was arrested for the shooting, which wounded one victim, 27-year-old Heath Schrecengost. Police say that Ellenberger opened fire inside of the bar and hit Schrecengost once in the torso.

Schrecengost is currently in the hospital in critical condition.

guy d'andrea sexual abuse lawyer
Hi. I am attorney Guy D'Andrea. If you or a loved one were injured or killed in a similar incident, I would be happy to speak with you and discuss your options.
Call the number below. It would be my honor to help you. Consultations are free.
(888) 997-3792

Bar Owner Liability For Shootings and Stabbings

Guy D'Andrea, a shooting victim lawyer, represents those who have been injured in preventable violent incidents. Here are some of his thoughts on legal recourse for violent crime victims:

In the aftermath of a shooting or stabbing at a bar or nightclub, victims and their families face many struggles. For many, seeing the perpetrator brought to justice may offer a sense of solace during a difficult time. Many victims and families also may be curious about what more could have been done to prevent the violence that injured them or killed a loved one.

Bar owners have a legal obligation to keep their premises safe from foreseeable dangers, which sometimes includes violent crime. While some violent incidents are entirely unpredictable, others may have been preventable by better security measures. Additionally, sometimes customers are served too much alcohol and end up injuring others because they were overly intoxicated.

When a bar’s negligence plays a role in enabling a violent crime to occur, the victims of that crime may have grounds for a lawsuit against the bar. Determining if a bar can be held liable will depend on the circumstances of a particular case. Crime victims and families who wish to learn more about their legal options should discuss their case with an experienced crime victim lawyer.

Got A Tip Or Questions 
About A Story?
Call Us!
The Legal Herald
888-997-3792
About the Author
Darla Medina
About Darla Medina
Editor: Darla is a content writer with a focus on the legal field. She covers cases of sexual abuse, drunk driving, and preventable violent crime for the Legal Herald. Contact Darla: darla@eaglepeakmarketing.com This article was fact checked prior to publishing by this author to ensure compliance with our rigorous editorial standards. We will only use authoritative sources. Our values compel us to provide only trustworthy information. If you find an error, please contact us.
Read some recent posts
Find A Local Lawyer

  • Details
  • Incident
Want To Contribute Breaking News? 
Contact Us Today
Legal Herald Logoinfo@legalherald.com
10355 Kensington Shore Dr. #102
Orlando, FL 32827
Call: (888) 997-3792
© 2020 The Legal Herald, a division of Eagle Peak Marketing, LLC. All rights reserved.

We would like our readers to know that the information in this story may be sourced from secondary sources and may therefore contain inaccuracies. We will correct them if and when they are brought to our attention or we discover them through our editing process. If you have any concerns about this post, please contact us immediately and we will rectify issues. DISCLAIMER: The material contained in this post is for general informational purposes. It is not intended to constitute or express legal or medical advice. Any laws referenced herein are substantially based on general legal principles and may not be applicable to your particular situation. Laws can often be different from one jurisdiction to the next. The Legal Herald is not a law firm. Law firms and lawyers from around the country may apply to become a sponsor or contributor to The Legal Herald.
SitemapMedia RoomDisclaimer / Terms Of Service & Privacy Policy