The Legal Aid Society is mourning the death of client Cesar Gabriel Medero Curet, who died this morning at Rikers Island.

“Our hearts are with his family, friends, and loved ones as they face this devastating loss,” reads a statement from Legal Aid. “We demand a swift, independent, and impartial investigation into Mr. Medero Curet’s death. His family and counsel deserve answers, and any information about what happened must be shared with them promptly and transparently.”

“Mr. Medero Curet’s death is yet another devastating reminder of the human cost of the City’s dysfunctional jail system,” the statement continues. “The City must work to close Rikers Island once and for all.”