Michigan State University Settles with Families of Shooting Victims

Each family to receive $5 million following concerns over campus security measures.

Michigan State University has reached a financial settlement with the families of three students who were killed in a mass shooting on campus in February 2023.
The victims, Alexandria Verner, Arielle Anderson, and Brian Fraser, were killed by a gunman identified as Anthony McRae, who later turned the weapon on himself.
The settlement amount was not disclosed by the university, but it was reported that each family will receive $5 million.
Lawyers for the victims' families had raised concerns about the university's security measures, including the maintenance of door locks and adequate video surveillance.
The university has committed to enhancing safety on campus and providing mental health support to the community.