I was sitting in my car at Saddle Creek Public Park, enjoying the outdoors, when Polk County's undercovers Nathaniel Ryan Milam 9908 and Antonio Manuel Canales 8039 falsely arrested me. They assaulted me, deleted my phone footage, and unplugged my dash cam to destroy all evidence against their unlawful actions. Such unacceptable violations of civil rights call for immediate change.

Body cameras are a necessary tool for ensuring transparency and accountability within law enforcement. In instances where officers abuse their power and flout the rights of citizens, these crucial devices act as objective watchdogs, creating an indisputable record of events.

Statistics show that body cameras often reduce complaints against officers and improve both behavior and public perception of police. They are also cost-effective in the long run, as they significantly decrease the resources spent on legal settlements tied to misconduct.

Transparency shouldn’t be optional. It's time for Polk County to adopt policies that require all deputies to wear and use body cameras while on duty. This simple measure can prevent incidents like mine, provide clear evidence in disputes, and restore trust between the community and those sworn to protect it.

Let us take a stand for justice and ensure that all citizens feel safe in their community. Sign this petition to demand action now from Polk County officials to implement mandatory body cameras for all deputies.