Dashawn Carter died on Saturday, according to the Commissioner of the New York City Department of Correction. The cause of Carter's death is under investigation.
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Back in March two inmates died within a two-day period at the city-operated complex. Their causes of death are still unknown.
The troubled jail complex has been under scrutiny for some time.
In recent weeks, a federal monitor gave New York City officials a deadline of the middle of May to address issues at Rikers Island or be placed under federal control.
Concerns include security and staffing.
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