HARRISBURG, Pa., Feb. 19,
2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Andreozzi + Foote, a
national law firm dedicated to representing survivors of sexual
abuse, has filed a civil lawsuit against Yellow Breeches EMS, Inc.
on behalf of a Pennsylvania
resident, identified as A.R., who alleges that she was
sexually abused as a minor by former Chief Douglas Shields. The lawsuit, filed in the Court
of Common Pleas of Cumberland
County (Case No. 2025-01813-0), seeks justice and
accountability for the traumatic experiences endured by the
plaintiff.
The complaint alleges that Shields engaged in a
pattern of grooming and sexual abuse while holding a position of
power at Yellow Breeches EMS, Inc. The alleged abuse
occurred between March 2021 and
December 2021, during which time A.R.
participated in the organization's Ride Along Program. Shields has
since been criminally convicted for statutory sexual assault,
aggravated indecent assault, and related offenses.
Veronica N. Hubbard, Esq., of
Andreozzi + Foote, stated, "Our client trusted this organization to
provide a safe and supportive environment. Instead, she was
subjected to predatory behavior by an individual in a position of
authority. We are committed to holding Yellow Breeches EMS
accountable for failing to protect our client and for allowing such
abuse to occur."
The lawsuit asserts that Yellow Breeches EMS, Inc. was negligent
in its duty to protect minors, including failing to implement
proper child abuse prevention policies, adequately supervise
employees, and take action despite being aware of Shield's
inappropriate behavior. The suit seeks damages in excess of
arbitration limits, including punitive damages, for the significant
harm caused to the plaintiff.
About Andreozzi + Foote: Andreozzi + Foote is one of
the nation's leading law firms representing survivors of sexual
abuse. The firm has successfully represented some of the
highest-profile child sexual abuse cases of our time. Led by
trauma-informed attorneys, Andreozzi + Foote is committed to
creating life-changing results for victims and their families.
For more information or to schedule an interview with the
attorneys., please contact:
For media inquiries, please contact:
Veronica N. Hubbard, Esq.
Andreozzi + Foote
4503 North Front Street, Harrisburg,
PA 17110
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