Two individuals suffered an unimaginable violation of their rights and safety when they were sexually assaulted by Shain Peterman while in an ambulance. This horrifying incident has unveiled a glaring gap in our emergency medical system — the absence of proper monitoring and security measures in ambulances to protect patients.

In Rowan County, KY, and many other regions, the lack of cameras in ambulances poses a serious risk to patient safety. In emergency situations, individuals are at their most vulnerable, often unaccompanied and incapable of defending themselves. Installing cameras in ambulances would provide an essential layer of security, ensuring that such grievous incidents are deterred and, if they do occur, are documented for prompt legal and corrective action.

Many public service vehicles, including police cars and public transport buses, are equipped with surveillance systems to protect both the public and the personnel operating these vehicles. There's no reason ambulances, which offer a critical service, should be any different. Statistics show that surveillance can significantly deter criminal activities. For instance, a study by the Urban Institute found that crime rates decreased by 17% in areas with installed public surveillance cameras.

Implementing camera systems in ambulances across Rowan County can be achieved without compromising patient privacy. Advanced technologies allow for camera systems that protect patient confidentiality while ensuring the footage is only accessible to authorized personnel for legitimate safety reasons.

By signing this petition, you are advocating for a safer healthcare system where emergency service vehicles are equipped to safeguard patients during their most vulnerable moments. Help us ensure that the trauma experienced by the victims of Shain Peterman is never repeated. Sign the petition to mandate the installation of cameras in all ambulances in Rowan County, KY, and protect the dignity and safety of every patient.