New York’s long-plagued Rikers Island jail complex remains on track for shutdown despite persistent challenges, as officials work to finalize plans for its phased closure. The facility, known for overcrowding and systemic issues, will transition to four smaller borough-based jails over the coming years, though critics warn delays and funding hurdles could complicate the process. Authorities emphasize the move aims to improve conditions and reduce reliance on a single massive detention center. With construction underway on new facilities, the shift marks a major reform effort in the city’s criminal justice system.
New York's notorious Rikers jail awaits elusive closure France 24
