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Fraternity Lawsuit Dismissed in Riley Strain Case | Columbia Missouri News
The family of Riley Strain, a Missouri student who drowned in the Cumberland River in March 2024, saw their wrongful death lawsuit against the Sigma Epsilon fraternity and 12 members dismissed — but not without a fierce legal battle. The court ruled the fraternity wasn’t legally liable because members weren’t on duty or acting within their official roles at the time of the tragedy. Still, the family’s lawyers argued the fraternity had a duty to protect its members, especially amid alcohol use. Though the civil case is now closed, the emotional toll remains — and the family continues to seek…
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