Soso Ramishvili, a 32-year-old man accused of stealing power tools was found dead in a holding cell at a Brooklyn courthouse before his arraignment. The incident has raised significant outrage, particularly among public defenders and legal advocacy groups. Ramishvili, who had been in police custody since his arrest on charges of petty larceny and drug possession, had previously been hospitalized multiple times, raising concerns about his treatment while detained. The Legal Aid Society and Brooklyn Defender Services called for an independent investigation, citing systemic issues in the treatment of accused individuals in New York City.
Mr. Ramishvili was scheduled for arraignment but was found unconscious in a holding cell just before the hearing, raising serious concerns about his treatment during custody.
The calls for an urgent investigation reflect growing outrage over alleged neglect in the treatment of detainees, especially regarding Mr. Ramishvili who had experienced health issues while in custody.
Public defender organizations condemned the apparent indifference shown by law enforcement in this case, highlighting broader issues of systemic neglect faced by accused individuals in New York City.
Legal Aid Society expressed dismay at the ongoing disregard for the welfare of individuals in police custody, calling for accountability and a comprehensive review of the circumstances surrounding Mr. Ramishvili's death.
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