Corrections Officer Indicted for Alleged Assault at Baltimore Juvenile Facility

Prosecutors say the officer falsified a report about the incident involving a detainee.

Published on Feb. 18, 2026

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A correctional officer has been indicted on charges of assaulting a detainee at the Baltimore City Juvenile Justice Center and falsifying a report about the incident, prosecutors announced on Tuesday.

Why it matters

This case highlights ongoing concerns about the treatment of juvenile detainees in the criminal justice system and the need for accountability and transparency around incidents of alleged abuse by corrections officers.

The details

According to prosecutors, the corrections officer is accused of assaulting a detainee at the Baltimore City Juvenile Justice Center and then falsifying a report about the incident. The specific details of the alleged assault and the charges against the officer were not immediately clear.

  • The incident occurred at the Baltimore City Juvenile Justice Center.
  • Prosecutors announced the indictment of the corrections officer on Tuesday, February 17, 2026.

The players

Baltimore City Juvenile Justice Center

A detention facility for juvenile offenders in Baltimore, Maryland.

Corrections Officer

A correctional officer employed at the Baltimore City Juvenile Justice Center who has been indicted for allegedly assaulting a detainee and falsifying a report about the incident.

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The takeaway

This case highlights the ongoing need for rigorous oversight and accountability measures in juvenile detention facilities to ensure the safety and well-being of detainees and prevent incidents of abuse by corrections officers.