A significant emergency response operation was initiated at Riverview Correctional Facility on Tuesday, following reports of unrest within the institution. The facility, located in the town of Ogdensburg, New York, activated an incident command center as multiple agencies, including the New York State Police, responded to the scene. Transportation measures were put in place for inmates, with some activities being held in secure areas while authorities investigated the situation. Reports indicated that no injuries were sustained during the unrest. In related news, the New York National Guard has been deployed to Groveland Correctional Facility, indicating heightened security measures being implemented in state prisons amid concerns over staff shortages and inmate activities. According to Governor Kathy Hochul, the decision for the National Guard’s involvement is part of an ongoing effort to address safety and operational challenges within New York’s correctional facilities. Hochul emphasized the importance of ensuring security for both staff and inmates, stating, ‘The safety of our corrections officers and the rehabilitation of our inmates is paramount.’ The situation at Riverview follows an earlier incident in Auburn Correctional Facility, where over 100 inmates staged a protest regarding the conditions and treatment within the institution. Authorities have stated ongoing evaluations are taking place to improve conditions across state prisons, with particular attention focused on mental health resources and rehabilitation programs.
Emergency Response Mobilized at Riverview Correctional Facility
