Former Maryland Police Corporal Convicted of Rape, Sexual Abuse of Minor

Jonathan Monge, a former Hyattsville City police officer, was found guilty on all charges.

Mar. 30, 2026 at 10:08pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a police badge or handcuffs, lit by a harsh, direct camera flash against a pitch-black background, creating a stark, gritty, investigative aesthetic.The conviction of a former police officer for heinous crimes against a minor underscores the need for rigorous accountability within law enforcement.Hyattsville Today

A former police corporal in Maryland has been convicted of multiple counts of second-degree rape and sexual abuse of a minor. Jonathan Monge, who previously worked for the Hyattsville City Police Department, was suspended without pay in November and is no longer employed by the department.

Why it matters

This case highlights the serious consequences for law enforcement officials who abuse their positions of power and trust. It also raises concerns about the vetting and oversight of police officers to prevent such egregious misconduct from occurring.

The details

Monge faced multiple charges of second-degree rape and sexual abuse of a minor. Few details about the specific incident involving a minor have been released by the department or the Prince George's County State's Attorney's Office. The police department stated that Monge's conduct was 'deeply troubling and inconsistent with the values and standards expected' and that it fully cooperated with investigators throughout the case.

  • Monge was suspended without pay in November 2025.

The players

Jonathan Monge

A former corporal with the Hyattsville City Police Department who was convicted of second-degree rape and sexual abuse of a minor.

Hyattsville City Police Department

The police department where Monge previously worked, which stated that his conduct was 'deeply troubling and inconsistent with the values and standards expected' of anyone associated with the department.

Prince George's County State's Attorney's Office

The office that prosecuted the case against Monge.

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What they’re saying

“We recognize the seriousness of these crimes and the significant harm they cause to victims. Conduct of this nature is deeply troubling and inconsistent with the values and standards expected of anyone associated with this department, and damages the trust our community places in us.”

— Hyattsville City Police Department

“This conviction reflects the seriousness of the offenses and reinforces that individuals will be held accountable, regardless of their position. The Department fully cooperated with investigators and prosecutors throughout this case and remains committed to accountability, transparency, and maintaining the trust of the community we serve.”

— Jarod Towers, Police Chief

What’s next

The judge will determine Monge's sentencing at a later date.

The takeaway

This case underscores the importance of rigorous oversight and accountability for law enforcement officials, as well as the need to swiftly address any allegations of abuse of power or criminal misconduct within police departments in order to maintain public trust.