Monday, August 4
12:00 pm – demands are met
Anywhere and everywhere
Royal Amos (IDOC #953731), an innocent man incarcerated for 20 years at Wabash Valley Correctional Facility (WVCF), is currently enduring deliberate medical neglect. Despite reporting severe symptoms—including chest pain, tightness, constipation, and bloody stool—has has not received medical care.
WVCF is actively denying Mr. Amos critical healthcare, part of a broader pattern of state-sanctioned violence against incarcerated people, which includes unsanitary conditions, and inedible, moldy food. As Mr. Amos told the Indianapolis Liberator, “I’m being attacked by the system.”
We can’t let this system that profits from suffering decide who lives or dies. Mr. Amos’ plea is clear: “This is my life and I don’t want to give my life away.”
That’s why we’re urging all supporters to take action now by participating in this phone/email zap, using the script below.
Targets
Wabash Valley CF
(812) 398-5050, ext. 4500
Wabash Valley CF Warden Keith Vinardi
812) 398-5050
kvinardi@idoc.in.gov
Indiana Ombudsman Bureau
ombud@idoa.in.gov
Indiana Department of Corrections Headquarters
(317) 233-6984 (press 0, 2)
IDOC Commissioner Lloyd Arnold
(812) 267-9357
larnold@idoc.in.gov
Sample phone/email script
Hello, [Recipient’s Name],
My name is _______, and I’m calling to demand immediate medical intervention for Royal Amos (DOC #953731) at Wabash Valley CF. He has life-threatening symptoms: chest pain, tightness, and bloody stools. WVCF’s refusal to treat him is medical neglect.
You have the power to act. Ensure he sees a doctor today—before it’s too late. No more delays. We won’t let you take another community member from us.
Sincerely,
[Your Name]
Featured image: Photo of Royal Amos, courtesy of the Amos family.