Highlands Ranch, Colorado — Nearly one year after a sheriff’s deputy shot and killed a man during a response to an active shooter report, the victim’s family has filed a lawsuit against the deputy, claiming he used excessive and unreasonable force. The shooting occurred on February 8, 2025, at The Main Event, an entertainment venue where law enforcement responded to reports of gunfire.
Jalin Seabron, the 23-year-old victim, was holding a handgun when Deputy Nicholas Moore arrived at the scene. According to the family’s attorneys, contrasting video evidence suggests that Seabron’s back was turned to the deputy and that his weapon was pointed toward the ground when Moore approached and opened fire. The family’s legal team argues that Moore did not allow Seabron enough time to comply with commands before shooting him.
Denver attorney Tyrone Glover, representing Seabron’s estate, criticized the deputy’s actions, asserting that they reflected a failure in both judgment and training. “Mr. Seabron was concerned for his family’s safety following a shooting incident and only turned slightly toward the deputy before being shot,” Glover said. He emphasized that Seabron leaves behind a family deeply affected by his death, including a girlfriend and a newborn son.
The lawsuit alleges that Moore fired a total of nine rounds within three seconds of arriving on the scene, highlighting the rapid escalation of a situation that the family claims was mishandled. It notes that Moore did not identify himself as law enforcement before pulling the trigger and that the emergency lights on his cruiser were activated without the accompanying siren.
Sheriff Darren Weekly defended Moore’s actions, stating that the deputy was responding to urgent radio calls about an armed individual threatening the public. Weekly indicated that the circumstances required immediate and life-saving decisions and insisted that such events unfold rapidly, leaving little room for alternative actions.
Further complicating the narrative, a series of criminal actions connected to the incident have culminated in arrests. Glover maintains that Seabron was merely attending the venue for a birthday celebration and had no criminal involvement related to the earlier disturbance. Colorado court records confirm that Seabron had no criminal history.
The family’s grieving process has been marked by ongoing calls for accountability, particularly as they approach the one-year mark of Seabron’s death. Glover articulated their commitment to pursuing justice, stating, “We remember the life of a beloved and outstanding young man and remain focused on holding the responsible parties accountable.”
The lawsuit seeks damages for economic losses, pain and suffering, and legal fees, as well as a jury trial to address their claims. The family’s emotional and financial turmoil has inspired community support, with many rallying under the cause of justice for Seabron.
As the legal proceedings unfold, the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office has declined to comment on this specific litigation but continues to maintain its position regarding the deputy’s actions during the incident.