Were You Abused at Capital Academy?
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Camden, New Jersey • Operated by Sequel Youth Services
2
Documented Incidents
1
Lawsuits Filed
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What Happened at Capital Academy
Capital Academy in Camden, New Jersey, is a residential treatment facility operated by Sequel Youth & Family Services that has faced serious allegations and legal challenges. The facility became the subject of a wrongful death lawsuit filed by the family of a resident named Fredrick, though specific details about the circumstances of his death have not been publicly disclosed. Sequel ultimately reached a settlement with Fredrick's family, though the terms of the agreement remain confidential. In addition to the fatal incident, Capital Academy experienced a COVID-19 outbreak in 2020, raising concerns about health and safety protocols at the facility during the pandemic. While only two documented incidents have been publicly reported, the death of a resident and subsequent lawsuit settlement highlight serious questions about the quality of care and supervision provided at this residential treatment center. If you or a loved one experienced abuse, neglect, or harm while at Capital Academy or any Sequel facility, it is important to document your experiences and consider speaking with an attorney who specializes in institutional abuse cases to understand your legal options.
- Location
- Camden, New Jersey 08104
- Facility Type
- private residential treatment
- Status
- active
Documented Incidents & Lawsuits
The following have been documented through news reports, court filings, and official investigations.
Sequel settles lawsuit from Fredrick's family
Sequel settled a lawsuit from a family named Fredrick in December. The terms of the settlement were not disclosed by either party.
Source: APM Reports →COVID-19 outbreak at Capital Academy
At one point during the year, every student and 86 percent of the staff at Sequel's Capital Academy in Camden, New Jersey, tested positive for COVID-19. This was part of broader scrutiny of Sequel facilities where vulnerable children were being abused.
Source: APM Reports →Your Legal Rights in New Jersey
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Location
Mount Ephraim Avenue, Camden, New Jersey 08104Open in Google Maps →
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Nearby Facilities
- Camden County Youth Detention FacilityCamden, NJ•1.8 mi
- Wordsworth AcademyPhiladelphia, PA•3.8 mi•3 incidents
- Gloucester County Juvenile Detention CenterWoodbury, NJ•6.4 mi
- Burlington County Juvenile Detention CenterMount Holly, NJ•17.4 mi
- Montgomery County Youth CenterNorristown, PA•18.4 mi
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