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Death in Bellevue Jail Sparks Reform Calls | New York City News
A 36-year-old man died in medical distress at Bellevue’s new jail unit — designed for complex health needs — just weeks after being indicted for assaults and a Rikers Island incident. His death has reignited calls to shutter Rikers, reduce incarceration, and expand community alternatives, as advocates argue the system fails those with mental illness or poverty. The cause remains under investigation, but the tragedy underscores deep flaws in New York’s correctional and healthcare infrastructure. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on…
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