Cheltenham Youth Detention Center
Cheltenham, Maryland
5
Documented Incidents
1
Lawsuits Filed
Facility Details
- Type
- detention
- Operator
- state
- Status
- active
- Location
- Cheltenham, Maryland
Documented Incidents
The following incidents have been documented through news reports, lawsuits, and official investigations.
Over 200 Survivors File Sexual Abuse Lawsuits
Over 200 survivors have filed sexual abuse lawsuits against Cheltenham Youth Detention Center under the Maryland Child Victims Act, with claims dating back decades.
Maryland Attorney General Investigation Documents Chronic Problems
Maryland Attorney General Office investigation documented chronic staffing shortages dating back to 2004 and ongoing issues with conditions at the facility.
DOJ Investigation Reveals Abuse and Constitutional Violations
U.S. Department of Justice investigation found constitutional violations including staff sexual misconduct with juveniles, excessive use of force, and inadequate mental health care.
Guard Charged with Sexually Assaulting 14-Year-Old Boy
Carolyn Diane Cooley, 44, a guard at Cheltenham Youth Facility, was charged with sexually assaulting a 14-year-old boy in her care over a weeks-long relationship.
Juvenile Justice Coalition Urges Closure After Youth Rape
Juvenile justice advocates launched a campaign to close Cheltenham citing violence including the rape of a youth, untrained staff, overcrowding, and lack of counseling.
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