Chicago area man alleges sexual abuse at Illinois juvenile detention centers
CHICAGO -- A Maywood man has come forward, saying he is one of 95 people who was sexually abused at an Illinois juvenile detention centers. A total of 95 people have alleged sexual abuse at the facilities in a lawsuit filed against the State of Illinois. The lawsuit made sexual abuse allegations guards, chaplains, and counselors employed within the Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice, and described the abuse as systemic. A culture of pervasive sexual abuse and secrecy was alleged.
has enacted policies and protocols to ensure the safety of youth and staff and identify any possible instances of abuse or misconduct.
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