Two years after the tragic death of Shanquella Robinson while vacationing in Mexico, her mother is suing the six friends who accompanied Shanquella on the trip. Robinson passed away at the age of 25 on Oct. 29, 2022, just one day after arriving in Cabo San Lucas.
Robinson’s mother, Sallamondra, was reportedly told by the group that Shanquella’s death was due to alcohol poisoning. However, when a video went viral of one of the friends allegedly beating Shanquella during the vacation, the Robinson family demanded answers.
In a statement provided to The Root, the family’s attorney Sue-Ann Robinson stated that she has officially filed a lawsuit in the Superior Court of Mecklenburg County on behalf Sallamondra Robinson.
The legal action is directed against Daejhanae Jackson, Alysse Hyatt, Malik Dyer, Wenter Donovan, Khalil Cooke, Nazeer Tyree Wiggins (also known as the “Cabo Six”), the United States Department of State, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), seeks justice for the tragic and unlawful death of Shanquella Robinson.
“This lawsuit is not just about seeking justice for Shanquella Robinson; it’s about holding accountable those who were entrusted with the duty to investigate, act, and protect the interests of U.S. citizens abroad,” Sue-Ann Robinson explained in the press release.
“The heartbreaking details of Shanquella’s death and the subsequent mishandling by federal authorities only add to the family’s grief, and they deserve both full transparency and justice.”
According to WBTV, the suit alleges several counts of wrongful death, battery, negligence, emotional distress and conspiracy against the individuals involved.
It reveals that after the alleged beating took place, the friends (who are accused watching and recording) called for medical help but implied that [Robinson] needed to be treated for alcohol poisoning.
The doctor who treated Robinson confirmed that she was dehydrated, but also observed “a blow to the forehead on the right side” and “a right conjunctival hemorrhage.” He also said Robinson’s friends would not authorize the victim to be transported to a hospital although there were no-cost facilities available.
The FBI investigated Robinson’s case, but officials determined there wasn’t enough evidence to criminally charge the group.
Sallamondra Robinson is seeking damages in excess of $25,000 from each member of the friend group on various grounds, including wrongful death, battery, negligence and civil conspiracy.
The lawsuit also named the U.S. Department of State and FBI as defendants, and both are being sued for an amount exceeding $25,000.