At least five current Rikers officers face allegations in recent lawsuits.
identified by Gothamist should be placed on leave while the city reviews allegations of sexual abuse leveled against them by former inmates at Rikers — despite an increasing number of public officials urging more robust action.
"We have to allow investigations to take their course. That’s important,” the mayor said. “But you don’t want to keep people in harm’s way. The law department and the DOC will make that decision.” She said Adams could convene a task force, hire an independent attorney or investigative firm, or ask for help from state and federal partners.that statement, clarifying that he thinks the law department — which is responsible for defending the city from litigation — is the best agency to look into the accusations.
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