#Rikers Island

#Rikers Island

A federal judge may appoint an outside receiver to oversee Rikers Island due to ongoing violence and management issues.

Another inmate has died on Rikers Island, marking the 34th death during the Adams administration, prompting an investigation by the Correction Department.

A Rikers Island inmate died in custody, marking New York City's first detainee death of 2025.

Sundance Oliver's violent behavior at Rikers Island poses serious safety concerns for correction officers, leading the union to seek greater security measures.

A Rikers Island inmate, Terrence Moore, died of a seizure during a court appearance for murder charges against him, marking the second death in city custody this year.

NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch's crackdown on quality of life issues faces opposition from city leaders prioritizing jail downsizing.