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Document DOJ-OGR-00026819

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Summary: The document details Jeffery Epstein's medical history and the events leading to his death on August 10, 2019, while in custody. It describes his placement on Psychological Observation, his removal from it, and the response of staff when he was found unresponsive. Epstein was pronounced dead at a local hospital after CPR and other life-saving measures were attempted.
Significance: This document provides a detailed account of the events surrounding Jeffery Epstein's death, including his medical history and the response of prison staff, which is crucial for investigating the circumstances of his death.
Key Topics: Medical history and circumstances of Jeffery Epstein's death Events leading to his death in custody Response of prison staff and medical personnel
Key People:
  • Jeffery Edward Epstein - Inmate who died in custody

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Page 3230 CLINICAL SYNOPSIS OF EVENTS LEADING TO DEATH: (Please provide sufficient information including a short summary of past medical history, length of hospitalization or emergency room care, and staff response to this event). Inmate Jeffery Edward Epstein #73618-054 a 66 year old male with a history of Obstructive Sleep Apnea on CPAP at night, a history of Hypertriglyceridemia treated with Vascepa, no past Mental Health History prior to incarceration and L4-L5 Stenosis. (b)(7)(A) (b)(7)(A) On July 24,2019 he was taken off Suicide Watch and was placed on Psychological Observation. On July 30,2019, he was removed from Psychological Observation and was placed in the Special Housing Unit where he was housed with a cell mate. On August 8, 2019, he was seen by Psychology Services and denied suicidal ideation, intention or plan. On August 10, 2019, at 6:33 a.m. Special Housing Unit Staff found inmate Epstein unresponsive in his cell and attempted to wake him. The (b)(7)(E) was activated in SHU and the Control Center announced a medical emergency. CPR was initiated by Special Housing Unit Staff. At 6:35 a.m. medical staff responded and continued CPR and the AED was applied. The Control Center called for an ambulance. The EMS arrived at 6:45 a.m. and the paramedics continued CPR. Inmate Epstein remained unresponsive. Inmate Epstein was intubated, and the ACLS Protocol was initiated by the EMS. No pulse found, no shock was advised and the inmate was prepared for transport to local hospital while continuing CPR. At 7:10 a.m. the EMS departed institution en route to New York Presbyterian Lower Manhattan Hospital. At 7:36 a.m. the inmate was pronounced dead by the ER Physician. DOJ-OGR-00026819