Bronx jail plan considered

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The city is considering building a $375 million, 2,000-bed jail at Oak Point in the Bronx. The 28-acre waterfront site of the proposed jail, which is privately owned by Steven Smith of Britestarr Homes, has long been undeveloped. The city is looking to seize the land for the proposed jail, which would help reduce overcrowding at Rikers Island. more [Metro]