Now This Is Disgusting - RIOC Advises Possible Presence Of Bed Bugs In Roosevelt Island Public Safety Department Office

The Roosevelt Island Operating Corp (RIOC) reported today:

RIOC is actively responding to concerns it has received about the possible presence of bed bugs in our Public Safety Department facility. This appears to be an isolated and contained matter; however, out of an abundance of caution, RIOC has hired two specialists to conduct a thorough inspection of all of its facilities. Residents, businesses, and stakeholders of Roosevelt Island should know that RIOC remains committed to taking every necessary precaution to address these reports and will work to ensure the continued health and safety of the public and RIOC employees.

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UPDATE 10/1 - From RIOC:

The Public Safety Department Office at 550 Main Street is temporarily closed due to an investigation into the presence of bed bugs at the facility. The office is scheduled to re-open this afternoon at approximately 3:00 PM. Anyone who needs PSD assistance can use their regular number - 212-832-4545. If that number is busy, please contact 212-832-4540. If you need to speak to PSD in person, please come to 591 Main Street where officers will be ready to assist you. We apologize for any inconvenience.