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Document DOJ-OGR-00025117

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Summary: The document details various errors and discrepancies in the documentation and monitoring of Jeffrey Epstein during his detention, including inaccurate records, incomplete log entries, and potential staff misconduct. These issues raise concerns about the quality of care and oversight Epstein received. The report recommends improvements to staff procedures for correcting errors and maintaining accurate records.
Significance: This document highlights significant procedural errors, inaccuracies, and potential misconduct by staff during Jeffrey Epstein's detention, which may have compromised his care and the integrity of the detention process.
Key Topics: Inaccurate documentation and record-keeping related to Jeffrey Epstein's detention Procedural errors and discrepancies in monitoring Epstein's behavior and well-being Staff actions and potential misconduct during Epstein's detention
Key People:
  • Jeffrey Epstein - The individual being monitored and detained
  • Warden N'Diaye - Warden of the detention facility, received notification of log book discrepancies
  • [b](6); (b)(7)(C) - Various staff members involved in Epstein's care and documentation
Document Type
Report
Date
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Pages
1
Folder
IMAGES009

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Page 755 It is recommended that staff remain open to all reasonable explanations for a behavior and take the appropriate actions when a final determination is made. Although the incident report was later expunged, inmates frequently experience significant stress when they contemplate the potential consequences associated with findings of guilt. [b](6); (b)(7)(C)[/b] entered a Psychology Services Intake Screening into PDS-BEMR on July 8, 2010. The document has three typographical errors. She selected the No Sexual Offense Convictions check box when, in fact, Mr. Epstein was previously convicted of Solicitation of Prostitution and Procuring a Person Under the Age of 18 for Prostitution. Second, Mr. Epstein was erroneously identified as a Black male in this document. Finally, there is one instance where he was mistakenly referred to as [b](6); (b)(7)(C)[/b]. [b](6); (b)(7)(C)[/b] completed a Risk of Sexual Abusiveness document on July 8, 2019. She marked "History of prior prison sexual predation" in the affirmative. This is not accurate. [b](6); (b)(7)(C)[/b], Mid-Level Practitioner, completed a History and Physical on July 9, 2019. An Intake Screening should have been conducted within 24 hours of his entry into Bureau custody which was on July 6, 2019, according to P6031.04, Patient Care. Officer [b](6); (b)(7)(C)[/b] was responsible for observing Mr. Epstein and documenting his behavior while on suicide watch on July 23, 2019. Officer [b](6); (b)(7)(C)[/b] mistakenly used a Suicide Watch Log Book intended for inmate companion documentation between 1:40 a.m. and 6:00 a.m. on July 23, 2019, when he should have been using the Staff Suicide Watch Log Book. Ms. [b](6); (b)(7)(C)[/b], Drug Treatment Specialist, reportedly noticed this error and subsequently hand copied all of Officer [b](6); (b)(7)(C)[/b] entries from 1:40 a.m. to 6:00 a.m. into a Staff Suicide Watch Log Book. She then initialed these entries, and this makes it appear as if she was the one conducting the watch. This information was discovered and conveyed to [b](6); (b)(7)(C)[/b] with a carbon copy to Warden N'Diaye on August 12, 2019. Of note, Ms. [b](6); (b)(7)(C)[/b] did not make an entry explaining why she was making the log book changes. Additionally, Ms. [b](6); (b)(7)(C)[/b] then wrote entries for 6:15, 6:30, 6:45 and 7:00 a.m. in the Staff Suicide Watch Log Book. These were not a part of the original entries made by Officer [b](6); (b)(7)(C)[/b] nor was Ms. [b](6); (b)(7)(C)[/b] assigned to work the Suicide Watch post. Due to the inability to interview staff at this time, it is unknown why Ms. [b](6); (b)(7)(C)[/b] attempted to correct Officer [b](6); (b)(7)(C)[/b] error, or made any of the subsequent log entries. It is recommended that if a staff member makes an entry error (e.g., writes in the incorrect suicide watch log book), the staff member should describe the error in the correct log book, to include indicating when they became aware of the error. The staff member should then notify the Chief Psychologist. A review of Special Housing Unit Records (BP-A0292) revealed a number of incomplete entries. This document is used to monitor provision and receipt of basic services such as recreation, medical rounds, showers, meal consumption, etc. The Officer in Charge signature is missing in 10 occasions and a medical provider's signature is missing in seven instances. There are six instances in which it is not clear if Mr. Epstein ate his meal. There are nine instances in which it is not clear if Mr. Epstein took a shower. There are ten instances in which it is not clear if Mr. Epstein was offered recreation. P5500.15, Correctional Services Manual requires accurate and complete information on the BP-A0292. A review of Psychology Observation Log Books revealed significant discrepancies from the approved Psychological Observation Procedural Memorandum, dated April 15, 2019. A Correctional Officer is required to complete hourly rounds and sign the log book. 179 out of 183 round signatures were missing. The lieutenant is required to sign the log book one time per shift and signatures were missing in 10 of 23 instances. A Physician Assistant is required to sign one time per shift and 16 of 4 DOJ-OGR-00025117