Fred Ferguson
Coverage of Fred Ferguson in the Nexus archive.
- Rural emergency care is struggling to keep up with ICE detention demand
Rural emergency services in Pennsylvania, such as Moshannon Valley EMS, are overwhelmed by increased demand from ICE detention centers. The Moshannon Valley Processing Center, operated by Geo Group, holds nearly 1,700 detainees, leading to 43 emergency calls since October without payment from ICE. Similar strains on rural emergency care are reported in Louisiana, Georgia, Indiana, and Texas.
- Fatal Virginia crash raises questions about bus safety and the records of the driver and company
A commercial bus crash in Virginia killed five people and injured dozens, raising concerns about the driver's history of speeding, the company's safety practices, and the lack of collision-avoidance technology in buses. The driver, employed by E&P Travel Inc., faces manslaughter charges, while the National Transportation Safety Board is investigating.
- Fatal Virginia bus crash raises concerns about the long list of unfulfilled safety recommendations
A commercial bus crash in Virginia killed five people and injured dozens, raising concerns about safety recommendations for the industry. The driver, Jing Sheng Dong, has a history of speeding violations, and the company, E&P Travel Inc., faces scrutiny. The National Transportation Safety Board highlights ongoing challenges in enforcing safety measures due to industry resistance to costs.