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A Muncie EMT has been arrested and charged with multiple child sex crimes after allegedly sexually assaulting a teenage patient in the back of an ambulance while transporting her to a medical facility in Bloomington.
Ronald D. Elliott Jr., 37, employed as an EMT with Quest Ambulance Service, is the Quest Ambulance Service Muncie EMT Accused of Sexually Assaulting a Minor During Transport in Indiana who was taken into custody during a traffic stop and booked into Delaware County Jail without bond. The alleged assault occurred during a February 2026 transport from Ball Memorial Hospital in Muncie to a facility in Bloomington. The alleged victim, a 14-year-old, came forward to Indiana State Police on March 16, 2026.
According to the probable cause affidavit, Elliott allegedly showed the alleged victim explicit photos and videos on his phone during the transport before groping her, exposing himself, and sexually assaulting her in the back of the ambulance while en route. Investigators reported uncovering corroborating evidence from both Elliott's cell phone and the alleged victim's social media account.
Through a social media account the alleged victim had accessed on Elliott's phone during the transport, investigators identified a second alleged victim — a 13-year-old girl — to whom Elliott allegedly sent inappropriate messages and images.
Elliott faces charges of sexual misconduct with a minor, child seduction, and vicarious sexual gratification as Level 4 felonies, along with child solicitation as a Level 5 felony and inappropriate communication with a child as a Class B misdemeanor.
The factual information above was sourced from fox59.com as of May 28, 2026. The attorney commentary below is not specifically about the case reported above. Attorney commentary provided is information about these types of cases in the justice system.
When a medical professional in a position of trust is accused of sexually assaulting a minor patient, families may have significant legal options beyond the criminal process. Legal Herald editor Paul Amess spoke with Indiana sexual abuse attorney Jeff Gibson about the civil legal avenues that may be available in cases involving alleged sexual misconduct by medical transport employees.
Paul Amess: Jeff, when an EMT or medical transport worker is accused of sexually assaulting a minor patient in their care, what civil legal options may families have?
Jeff Gibson: Cases involving alleged sexual assault by a medical transport worker are among the most serious violations of professional trust we see. Beyond any criminal charges, families may have grounds for civil claims not only against the individual accused but also against the ambulance service or employer. Companies that employ medical personnel have a duty to screen, supervise, and ensure the safety of vulnerable patients. A failure at any of those levels can expose the employer to significant civil liability.
Paul Amess: In cases where a second alleged victim is identified, does that affect the scope of potential civil claims?
Jeff Gibson: When a pattern of alleged conduct emerges involving more than one victim, it can strengthen the case that systemic failures were present. Each alleged victim may have independent civil claims, and the broader pattern of alleged behavior is often highly relevant to questions of institutional oversight and accountability.
Paul Amess: What would you say to a family in Indiana whose child was allegedly harmed by a medical professional in a position of care?
Jeff Gibson: Please speak with an experienced attorney as soon as possible. Time limits apply to civil claims in Indiana, and the earlier families act, the stronger their position. An initial consultation is completely confidential and free of charge. No family should have to navigate this alone.
If you or someone you love has been the victim of sexual assault or sexual misconduct by a medical professional, caregiver, or anyone in a position of trust in Indiana, you may have the right to pursue civil action and recover financial compensation. Contact The Legal Herald today to be connected with an experienced Indiana sexual abuse attorney for a free, no-obligation consultation.
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