New York Prison Guard Strike Raises Safety Concerns as Inmate Death Reported

The unauthorized strike, now in its second week, has prompted National Guard deployment and disrupted prison operations statewide.

A 61-year-old inmate, Jonathon Grant, was found unresponsive and later pronounced dead at Auburn Correctional Facility during the ongoing prison guard strike.
The cause of Grant's death remains under investigation, but advocates highlight reports of inmates struggling to access critical medical care during the strike.
Over 40 state prisons have been affected by the strike, with National Guard troops stepping in to address staffing shortages and maintain operations.
Corrections officers are demanding better pay, increased staffing, improved safety conditions, and the reinstatement of solitary confinement as a disciplinary tool.
The strike, deemed illegal under state law, has led to lockdowns, limited inmate services, and ongoing negotiations between the union and state officials.