2023-0704: Rikers inmate dies in notorious NYC jail of possible overdose, possible breakdowns cited

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Jul 4, 2023
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A burglary suspect being held in a Rikers Island jail died early Tuesday of a possible overdose after complaining of chest pain and then having a seizure, the Daily News has learned.

https://www.nydailynews.com/new-york/nyc-crime/ny-rikers-jail-death-possible-overdose-20230704-fkhnhe3serahxlcprxh43h54ju-story.html

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