A record number of First Nations people died in NSW prison custody last year. Advocates fear this year will be worse
A record number of First Nations people died in New South Wales prison custody last year, with advocates fearing the trend will worsen following two recent deaths. The article highlights the tragic case of Matthew Roberts, a 27-year-old man who died while on remand, prompting calls for better mental health support in the justice system.
Matthew Roberts, a 27-year-old Bundjalung, Yaegl and Gamilaroi man, took his life inside Lithgow correctional centre on 7 July after being remanded in custody in March. Composite: Guardian Design/Supplied Matthew Roberts, a 27-year-old Bundjalung, Yaegl and Gamilaroi man, took his life inside Lithgow correctional centre on 7 July after being remanded in custody in March. Composite: Guardian Design/Supplied Indigenous Australians A record number of First Nations people died in NSW prison custody last year. Advocates fear this year will be worse Exclusive: Karlene Whitton says her son Matthew Roberts took his own life three months into his jail term. ‘I keep picturing it every night’
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