A man died in a Brooklyn holding cell while awaiting arraignment on minor charges, reflecting systemic issues in the handling of detainees. He had been arrested for shoplifting and was not expected to be held on bail. His death marks the fifth custodial death this month, raising concerns about delays in arraignment and the responsibility of the NYPD. Lawyers expressed that medical problems and an inability to get a translator may have hindered timely arraignment. The situation underscores broader systemic issues within the legal and correctional systems of New York City.
"This death is at the intersection of so many different problems. The NYPD doesn't care about the people in their custody. Wait times for arraignments are especially bad right now because we've got a lot of inexperienced new judges."
"Case law requires that people arrested in New York City be arraigned within 24 hours of their arrest unless police have a reasonable explanation for the delay."
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