Correction Officer At Riverhead Jail Positive For Coronavirus

RIVERHEAD, NY — A Suffolk County correction officer who last worked at the Riverhead jail on Saturday, March 14, has tested positive for the new coronavirus, Suffolk County Sheriff Errol Toulon said.

After receiving the information Saturday night, Toulon notified potentially affected staff and jail medical personnel; staff who worked with the officer were told to stay home and self-quarantine.

Due to the nature of the officer’s position, he had limited contact with the jail’s inmate population, Toulon said.

All inmates will continue to be closely monitored for signs and symptoms of illness, Toulon said.

“We know this is a challenging time for all — for our staff and families, but we are here to fully support them through this crisis, and, in the end, we will be a much stronger and resilient organization," Toulon said.