Former nurse charged with rape at towson psychiatric facility

Former nurse charged with rape at Towson psychiatric facility

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October 28, 2025

TOWSON, Md. – A former nurse at Sheppard Pratt has been arrested and charged with multiple sex offenses following an investigation by Baltimore County detectives.

Police say 35-year-old Michael Cabanalan faces charges including second-degree rape.

The alleged assault occurred while the victim was receiving treatment at the psychiatric facility.


Key Points

  • Former nurse Michael Cabanalan has been charged with second-degree rape and related offenses.
  • The charges stem from an incident at Sheppard Pratt while the victim was under medical care.
  • Police are asking anyone with information or additional victims to contact detectives or social services.

Crimes Against Children Unit leads investigation

Detectives from the Baltimore County Police Department’s Crimes Against Children Unit led the investigation that resulted in Cabanalan’s arrest. Authorities say he is being held without bond at the Baltimore County Detention Center. Police did not specify when the alleged offenses occurred but confirmed they took place during his employment as a nurse at Sheppard Pratt.

Investigators seek additional information

Police are urging anyone who may have information about the case—or who believes they may also be a victim—to contact detectives at 410-887-7720 or the Department of Social Services at 410-887-8463. The investigation remains active as authorities work to determine whether other patients were affected.

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