Larry Cooper—medicated, with a known medical condition and a prior hit-and-run on record—was irresponsibly cleared to drive. That reckless decision nearly cost my daughter her life. Stephanie didn’t just suffer—she was shattered. She endured a traumatic brain injury, torn aorta, ripped carotids, both lungs collapsed, a broken neck and back, torn spleen, liver damage, kidney hematoma, and a fractured ankle. This wasn’t an accident—it was a preventable act of negligence. A system failed, and my daughter deserves justice.

This is not an isolated incident. Larry Cooper, despite a troubling history and medical concerns that should have disqualified him from driving, was allowed to operate a vehicle. This leniency in enforcement and accountability undermines public safety and endangers lives. Despite the horrific injuries inflicted upon Stephanie, Cooper walked away with just a citation, leaving our family shattered and our sense of justice ignored.

Stephanie's father, a dedicated law enforcement officer, has spent his life committed to making our streets safer. Yet, when our family needed the system to work, it failed. We believe that everyone should be held accountable for their actions no matter their history, and previous offenses should not be overlooked.

Our family is demanding a reopening of the case against Larry Cooper. We call upon the legal system of Florida to hold those accountable who put others at risk. It is not just about Stephanie; it's about ensuring this does not happen to someone else. Holding careless drivers responsible is a step toward safer streets for all of us.

We urge the authorities to reconsider this case with the seriousness it deserves, recognizing the gravity of injustice and the preventable nature of the tragedy that befell Stephanie. Stand with us and demand justice for Stephanie by signing this petition. Together, we can push for the systemic change needed to protect our families and ensure a higher standard of safety and accountability on our roads.