Unions and organizations across New York State are calling for transparency in the recent death of an inmate inside a New York Prison.The New York Civil Liberti

Statements from local officials reflect widespread condemnation. Cayuga County Sheriff Brian Schenck expressed his disgust, calling the actions of the officers “inexcusable and unjustifiable.” He emphasized that the incident must not overshadow the daily contributions of correctional staff who uphold their duties with integrity.

Tompkins County Sheriff Derek Osborne expressed shock and disturbance over the death of an inmate at the state-operated Marcy Correctional Facility.