"Larry Cozart, the father of Barry Cozart, stated, 'The only thing we know is that he just passed away. When he went in there, as far as we know, his health was alright.'"
"City Department of Correction officials reported that Cozart was discovered in need of medical aid, and despite CPR efforts, he was pronounced dead around 11:30 a.m."
"Barry Cozart was arrested on Nov. 14 for allegedly breaking into a home in Queens and was charged with burglary, criminal trespass, and petit larceny."
"Mayor Zohran Mamdani has pledged to work with a court-appointed remediation manager to improve conditions at Rikers, aiming to eventually close the jails."
Barry Cozart, a 39-year-old detainee at Rikers Island, died after a medical episode while in custody. His family stated he had no urgent health issues when he arrived. Correction officials reported that he was found needing medical aid and CPR was performed, but he could not be revived. His death is under investigation. This incident occurs as Rikers Island is under the supervision of a court-appointed manager to address ongoing dysfunction and violence. Cozart had been in regular contact with his family and had a court appearance scheduled the day before his death.
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