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Document DOJ-OGR-00026914

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Summary: The memorandum reports that Jeffrey Epstein, inmate #76318-054, attempted suicide on August 10, 2019, and died at a hospital due to cardiac arrest. The author, a lieutenant at the Metropolitan Correctional Center, instructed staff not to speak to the media and directed inquiries to the Public Relations Officer.
Significance: This document is potentially important as it provides an official account of the events surrounding Jeffrey Epstein's death in custody, and may be relevant to investigations into his death.
Key Topics: Jeffrey Epstein's death Suicide attempt Investigation protocol
Key People:
  • Jeffrey Epstein - Inmate who attempted suicide and died
  • (b)(6); (b)(7)(C) - Lieutenant at Metropolitan Correctional Center
Document Type
Memorandum
Date
August 10, 2019
Pages
1
Folder
IMAGES010
Has Handwriting
Yes
Has Stamps
Yes

Full Text

UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum FEDERAL BUREAU OF PRISONS Metropolitan Correctional Center 150 Park Row New York, New York 10007 August 10, 2019 MEMORANDUM FOR ALL CONCERNED FROM: (b)(6); (b)(7)(C) Lieutenant (b)(6); (b)(7)(C) SUBJECT: Inmate Epstein, J Register # 76318-054 Suicide On Saturday August 10, 2019 at approximately 6:43 AM, I was instructed by the Operations Lieutenant to report to the NY Downtown hospital. Inmate Epstein, Jeffery Register #76318-054 had attempted suicide. The inmate was transported to the hospital via NYFD EMS and BOP Staff. Upon my arrival to the hospital, I was informed by the escorting staff and Hospital staff that inmate Epstein had expired due to cardiac arrest. The time of death was reported at 7:36AM. At this time I instructed the escorting staff not to speak to anyone and or the media in regards to the situation. I directed my staff to tell anyone making inquiries, to direct their questions to the MCC NY Public Relations Officer. I returned back to the Institution and assumed my duties as the A/M Activities lieutenant. ASensitive Limited Official Use Only DOJ-OGR-00026914