What is document EFTA00016901?

This is an internal email chain from December 2019 between prosecutors at the US Attorney's Office for the Southern District of New York (SDNY). The emails discuss the handling of a sensitive 'Epstein report' that one attorney was given permission to review under strict confidentiality conditions.

Who is mentioned in this document?

The document mentions Jeffrey Epstein (the subject of the report), a Co-Chief of the SDNY Narcotics Unit who controlled access to the document, and at least two other attorneys whose names are redacted. Prince Andrew's name appears only because the SDNY office address is 'One Saint Andrew's Plaza' - this is not a reference to the British royal.

What does this document reveal?

This document reveals how SDNY prosecutors handled sensitive Epstein-related materials in the months following his death. The strict protocols - requiring same-day return, no reproduction, and 'Attorney Eyes Only' designation - indicate the report contained highly confidential investigative information. The timing (December 2019) aligns with known efforts by SDNY to investigate potential Epstein co-conspirators after his death.

Why was the Narcotics Unit involved in the Epstein case?

The involvement of the Narcotics Unit Co-Chief likely reflects standard SDNY practice of cross-unit coordination, or the individual prosecutor may have had specific expertise relevant to the investigation. SDNY prosecutors often collaborate across units on complex cases.

What was the 'Epstein report' being reviewed?

The specific report is not identified in this email chain. However, contemporaneous DOJ documents reference multiple memos from this period, including an 86-page 'co-conspirator update memo' from December 2019 analyzing potential charges against Epstein associates. This could be the document referenced.

What is document EFTA00016901?

This is an internal email chain from December 2019 between prosecutors at the US Attorney's Office for the Southern District of New York (SDNY). The emails discuss the handling of a sensitive 'Epstein report' that one attorney was given permission to review under strict confidentiality conditions.

Who is mentioned in this document?

The document mentions Jeffrey Epstein (the subject of the report), a Co-Chief of the SDNY Narcotics Unit who controlled access to the document, and at least two other attorneys whose names are redacted. Prince Andrew's name appears only because the SDNY office address is 'One Saint Andrew's Plaza' - this is not a reference to the British royal.

What does this document reveal?

This document reveals how SDNY prosecutors handled sensitive Epstein-related materials in the months following his death. The strict protocols - requiring same-day return, no reproduction, and 'Attorney Eyes Only' designation - indicate the report contained highly confidential investigative information. The timing (December 2019) aligns with known efforts by SDNY to investigate potential Epstein co-conspirators after his death.

Why was the Narcotics Unit involved in the Epstein case?

The involvement of the Narcotics Unit Co-Chief likely reflects standard SDNY practice of cross-unit coordination, or the individual prosecutor may have had specific expertise relevant to the investigation. SDNY prosecutors often collaborate across units on complex cases.

What was the 'Epstein report' being reviewed?

The specific report is not identified in this email chain. However, contemporaneous DOJ documents reference multiple memos from this period, including an 86-page 'co-conspirator update memo' from December 2019 analyzing potential charges against Epstein associates. This could be the document referenced.

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Internal SDNY prosecutors' emails from December 2019 discussing the handling of a sensitive Epstein report, with strict 'Attorney Eyes Only' protocols for document review.

This document contains email correspondence between US Attorney's Office (SDNY) prosecutors in December 2019, just months after Jeffrey Epstein's death in August 2019. A Co-Chief of the Narcotics Unit is coordinating with another attorney about reviewing an unspecified 'Epstein report' under strict confidentiality conditions: the document must be returned by 5pm, treated as 'Attorney Eyes Only,' and cannot be reproduced. The emails reveal the careful internal handling of sensitive Epstein-related materials during the ongoing investigation into potential co-conspirators.

Key Highlights

•Document dated December 12-13, 2019 - four months after Epstein's death
•SDNY Narcotics Unit Co-Chief imposed strict 'Attorney Eyes Only' conditions on document review
•References an unidentified 'Epstein report' that required special handling protocols
•Shows internal coordination about sharing sensitive investigative materials between prosecutors
•Location identified as One Saint Andrew's Plaza (SDNY headquarters)

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From: (USANYS)" To:' Cc: Subject: Re: Epstein report Date: Fri, 13 Dec 2019 22:04:30 +0000 No worries. Happy holidays and enjoy your trip. Co-Chief, Narcotics Unit On Dec 13, 2019, at 15:50, Him. wrote: Sony I wasn't able to come by yesterday. Finishing everything up before a night trip always takes more time than expected, but I wanted to thank you both again for offering toet me review the report had I been able to find the time. I spoke to and he wanted me to express his gratitude as well. If he needs to see the report while I'm away he'll let you know. Happy holidays and see you next year! Best, Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android On Thu, Dec 12, 2019 at 8:05 AM, wrote: USANYS) We have considered your request and are willing to let you take the document you reviewed yesterday to your office for review today on the following conditions: 1 — The report must be returned to our office by 5 pm tonight. 2 — The document will be treated as Attorney Eyes Only. 3 - The document will not be reproduced in any way (e.g. photocopying). EFTA00016901

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Assuming you are ok with these conditions, please let us know what time you'd like to pick it up. I'll be around all morning after 9:30 so let me know and I'll have it ready for you. Co-Chief, Narcotics Unit United States Attorney's Office Southern District of New York One Saint Andrew's Plaza New York, New York 10007 Tel: EFTA00016902