Federal Judge Considers Takeover of Rikers Island Due to Pattern of Violence and Negligence

Federal monitor is expected to criticize Department of Correction head Louis A. Molina in court over violent or negligent treatment of incarcerated people by jail staff at Rikers Island.
Federal judge is considering takeover of Rikers Island jail complex after reports of violence, injuries and lack of cooperation shook faith in current leadership.
Federal monitor outlined disturbing incidents at Rikers Island that jail officials failed to report as required.
Advocates say federal receivership is necessary to address ongoing issues of violence at Rikers Island where 19 died last year.
Judge orders attorneys to discuss potential receivership structure and clarifies reporting requirements for jail officials.