Record number of First Nations people died in NSW prison custody
New South Wales prisons recorded a record number of First Nations deaths in custody last year, and advocates warn this trend may worsen following two Indigenous deaths in early July. Matthew Roberts, a 27-year-old man, died by suicide after three months in Lithgow correctional centre, while another 21-year-old First Nations man died at Clarence correctional centre a week later. These deaths highlight ongoing concerns about the safety and welfare of Indigenous Australians within the prison system.
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A record number of First Nations people died in NSW prison custody last year. Advocates fear this year will be worse
New South Wales prisons recorded a record number of First Nations deaths in custody last year, and advocates warn 2024 could be even worse following two Indigenous deaths already this month. Matthew Roberts, a 27-year-old father, died by suicide at Lithgow correctional centre after three months in custody, while another 21-year-old First Nations man died at Clarence correctional centre a week later. These deaths highlight ongoing concerns about the safety and wellbeing of Indigenous Australians within the prison system.
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