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Family of teen claims lack of security at Tinley Park, Illinois, concert led to sexual assault of teen girl
The suit alleges Live Nation failed to secure restricted areas and prevent underage drinking, and seeks more than $50,000 in damages.
- On Tuesday, Chicago law firm Wallace Miller filed a lawsuit against Live Nation Entertainment and Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre, alleging negligent security enabled the sexual assault of a 16-year-old girl during a July 2025 concert.
- The lawsuit claims the teen, intoxicated after consuming alcohol purchased at the venue by an adult, was led by Roman Basso into an unsecured, restricted area where he allegedly sexually assaulted her.
- Attorney Molly Condon Wells argues the venue "owed a duty to the minor plaintiff to exercise reasonable care," alleging security failed to monitor surveillance cameras and restrict access to restricted areas.
- Authorities indicted Basso, a former Arizona State University student, on four counts of aggravated criminal sexual assault, while the civil complaint seeks $150,000 in damages for permanent emotional distress.
- The complaint references a pattern of security lapses at Live Nation-promoted events, including the 2021 Astroworld Festival; in response, the company stated "The safety and security of our guests is our top priority.
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Family sues Live Nation after teen's sexual assault at Tinley Park concert
The family of a teenage girl has filed a lawsuit against Live Nation, arguing the concert promoter should be responsible after she was sexually assaulted at its Tinley Park venue last summer.
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Usa newsLive Nation sued for negligence in alleged sexual assault of minor at Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre
The lawsuit alleges Live Nation failed to uphold its security duties during the July 2025 concert because the assault happened in an area that was meant to be closed off. Additionally, the suit alleges the venue failed to ensure that alcohol would not be provided to or consumed by minors.
·Chicago, United States
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