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died September 17, 2023 · Green Haven Correctional Facility, Dutchess County, New York

A person died on September 17, 2023, at Green Haven Correctional Facility in Dutchess County, New York, after a suspected medical emergency. Prison sources said the death may have been caused by a drug overdose. A News12 Westchester report says a life support vehicle arrived about 30 minutes after staff called for help, and that the facility has reportedly had delayed or missing ambulance service since August.

Cause of death, as reported: Died of an overdose (neglect alleged). Green Haven staff reported a possible drug overdose, but a life support vehicle arrived about 30 minutes after the call for help amid reported ambulance delays since August.

Reported by: Green Haven Correctional Facility prison staff (the agency that held them). The only account of how this person died comes from the agency that held them.

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