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2. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Rikers_IslandRikers Island - Wikipedia

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   Rikers Island is a 413-acre (167.14-hectare) prison island in the East River in the Bronx that contains New York City's largest jail. Named after Abraham Rycken, who took possession of the island in 1664, the island was originally under 100 acres (40 ha) in size, but has since grown to more than 400 acres (160 ha).

   • Area: 413 acres (167 ha)
   • Nearest city: New York City

   • Established: 1932

3. www.nytimes.com › nyregion › rikers-island-jailHere's Why Rikers Island Is in Crisis - The New York Times

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   Sep 15, 2021 · New York City’s notorious Rikers Island jail complex has long had a reputation for brutal conditions, but in recent months the situation inside has spun out of control. Ten people incarcerated...

4. www.bbc.com › news › world-us-canada-50114468Rikers Island: Tales from inside New York's notorious jail - BBC

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   Oct 20, 2019 · Rikers Island: Tales from inside New York's notorious jail. 20 October 2019. By Rosie Blunt,BBC News. Getty Images. The campaign to shut down Rikers, famous for cruelty and abuse, has been...

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6. rikers.cityofnewyork.us › informationAbout Rikers Island & the Borough-Based Jail System

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   Learn about the plan to close and replace the jails on Rikers Island with four modern facilities by August 2027, and the principles of criminal justice reform behind it. Find out how to visit, lookup, and contact the new facilities, and access visitor and site information, FAQs, and person in custody services.

7. www.bbc.com › news › world-us-canada-50095418New York's infamous Rikers Island jail is to close - BBC

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   Oct 18, 2019 · Rikers Island is among the world's largest jails - it is perched on a 413 acre (167 hectare) island between Queens and the Bronx and holds about 7,000 inmates, down from more than 20,000 at its...

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   What is the current situation on Rikers Island?

   • R ikers Island is out of control and New York City Mayor Eric Adams ‘ actions suggest he would like it to remain that way. Rikers is New York City’s infamous pre-trial detention center where Black and brown New Yorkers have been terrorized since 1932.

   OP-ED: Why Is Rikers Island Still Open, NYC Mayor Eric Adams?

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   How did Rikers Island get its name?

   • Rikers Island was named for the man who purchased the land in 1664, Abraham Rycken. It was a family owned island until 1884 when the land was sold off to the city for a mere $180,000. The grounds were perfect for military training, and the 9th New York Infantry used it as a proving ground during the Civil War.

   The History Of Rikers Island - ClassicNewYorkHistory.com

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   How many inmates are on Rikers Island?

   • Rikers Island is therefore not a prison by US terminology, which typically holds offenders serving longer-term sentences. It holds 10 of the New York City Department of Correction's 15 facilities and can accommodate up to 15,000 detainees.

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   What is the population of Rikers Island?

   • New York City bought Rikers Island from a Dutch family in 1884 for $180,000 United States dollars (USD), and it has served as a prison since that time. Rikers is operated by the New York City Department of Correction, has a permanent population of 12,780 as of 2000, and has an annual budget of $860 million USD.

   What is Rikers Island Prison? (with pictures) - United States Now

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9. www.nytimes.com › nyc-news-rikers-islandRikers Island: The Closing of the Notorious Jail, Explained

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   Oct 18, 2019 · Rikers Island, one of the country’s most notorious correctional facilities, is closing. The City Council approved plans on Thursday to close Rikers, a jail complex with nearly 10,000 beds, by...

10. rikers.cityofnewyork.usClosing Rikers Island: The Borough-Based Jails Plan - Rikers

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    Mar 26, 2024 · Learn how New York is decarcerating and replacing Rikers Island with four smaller, safer, and fairer jails in each borough. Find out the latest updates, upcoming meetings, and how to get involved in the process.