What is document EFTA00034488?

This is an internal Bureau of Prisons email chain dated July 23, 2019, documenting the incident where Jeffrey Epstein was found with marks on his neck at the Metropolitan Correctional Center in New York. It contains the official synopsis of the incident and the detailed medical assessment conducted afterward.

Who is mentioned in this document?

The document mentions Jeffrey Epstein (Register No. 76318-054) as the subject of the incident. It references BOP staff including an Operations Lieutenant who responded to the scene, and a Physician Assistant who conducted the medical assessment. Epstein's cellmate (Nicholas Tartaglione, though not named in this document) is referenced as the person Epstein accused of attacking him.

What does this document reveal?

This document reveals the real-time internal BOP response to Epstein's first apparent suicide attempt or attack. Key revelations include: (1) Epstein was found in a fetal position at 1:27 a.m. with red marks on his neck; (2) He initially claimed his cellmate tried to kill him and had informed his attorney about harassment; (3) During medical evaluation hours later, he was smiling, couldn't explain the marks, and showed no signs of distress; (4) The medical findings documented specific injuries consistent with pressure or ligature around the neck. This incident led to Epstein being placed on suicide watch, though he was removed from it six days later.

What happened after this incident?

Following this July 23, 2019 incident, Epstein was placed on suicide watch in an observation cell. After six days, psychological staff removed him from suicide watch, and he was transferred back to the Special Housing Unit with a requirement to have a cellmate at all times. Eighteen days later, on August 10, 2019, Epstein was found dead in his cell. Notably, surveillance video from the July 23 incident was later revealed to have been inadvertently deleted due to a computer error.

Was the cellmate found responsible?

No. Epstein's cellmate at the time was Nicholas Tartaglione, a former police officer awaiting trial on murder charges. An internal prison investigation cleared Tartaglione of any wrongdoing. Tartaglione's attorney later said his client actually tried to help revive Epstein during the incident. Epstein himself backed off his initial accusation, later saying he couldn't remember what happened.

What is document EFTA00034488?

This is an internal Bureau of Prisons email chain dated July 23, 2019, documenting the incident where Jeffrey Epstein was found with marks on his neck at the Metropolitan Correctional Center in New York. It contains the official synopsis of the incident and the detailed medical assessment conducted afterward.

Who is mentioned in this document?

The document mentions Jeffrey Epstein (Register No. 76318-054) as the subject of the incident. It references BOP staff including an Operations Lieutenant who responded to the scene, and a Physician Assistant who conducted the medical assessment. Epstein's cellmate (Nicholas Tartaglione, though not named in this document) is referenced as the person Epstein accused of attacking him.

What does this document reveal?

This document reveals the real-time internal BOP response to Epstein's first apparent suicide attempt or attack. Key revelations include: (1) Epstein was found in a fetal position at 1:27 a.m. with red marks on his neck; (2) He initially claimed his cellmate tried to kill him and had informed his attorney about harassment; (3) During medical evaluation hours later, he was smiling, couldn't explain the marks, and showed no signs of distress; (4) The medical findings documented specific injuries consistent with pressure or ligature around the neck. This incident led to Epstein being placed on suicide watch, though he was removed from it six days later.

What happened after this incident?

Following this July 23, 2019 incident, Epstein was placed on suicide watch in an observation cell. After six days, psychological staff removed him from suicide watch, and he was transferred back to the Special Housing Unit with a requirement to have a cellmate at all times. Eighteen days later, on August 10, 2019, Epstein was found dead in his cell. Notably, surveillance video from the July 23 incident was later revealed to have been inadvertently deleted due to a computer error.

Was the cellmate found responsible?

No. Epstein's cellmate at the time was Nicholas Tartaglione, a former police officer awaiting trial on murder charges. An internal prison investigation cleared Tartaglione of any wrongdoing. Tartaglione's attorney later said his client actually tried to help revive Epstein during the incident. Epstein himself backed off his initial accusation, later saying he couldn't remember what happened.

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Internal Bureau of Prisons email documenting the July 23, 2019 incident where Jeffrey Epstein was found with marks on his neck in his cell at Metropolitan Correctional Center, leading to his placement on suicide watch.

This is a confidential internal BOP email chain from July 23, 2019, containing a real-time synopsis of the incident that occurred at 1:27 a.m. when staff found Jeffrey Epstein lying on the floor of his Special Housing Unit cell with red marks on his neck. The document includes the detailed medical assessment findings: a circular line of erythema at the base of his neck reaching 2/3 of neck circumference, friction marks on the front of his neck, and a small erythema on his left knee. Notably, Epstein initially claimed his cellmate had attempted to kill him and had been harassing him, but during medical examination he was described as 'smiling' and said he 'does not know what happened.' This incident occurred 18 days before Epstein's death on August 10, 2019.

Key Highlights

•First-hand account of the July 23, 2019 incident that led to Epstein being placed on suicide watch
•Medical findings document 2-inch wide circular erythema around 2/3 of Epstein's neck with friction marks
•Epstein initially blamed his cellmate Nicholas Tartaglione, claiming he 'attempted to kill him,' but later couldn't explain the marks
•Medical staff noted Epstein was 'smiling during this clinical encounter' and appeared in 'no apparent distress'

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To: From: Sent: Tue 7/23/2019 6:10:41 PM Subject: Re: Fwd: Epstein TEXT htm Did SiS do their interviews. What was the outcome of Attorney visits Sent from my verizon, Samswig Galaxy smartphone Original message From: " Date: 7/23/19 1:30 PM GMT-05:00 To: Subject: Re: Fwd: Epstein ' 07/23/2019 13:44 >>> Synopsis: On July 23, 2019, at 1:27 a.m., staff responded to a call for assistance in the Special Housing Unit (SHU). Upon arrival, the Operations Lieutenant found inmate Epstein, Jeffrey, Register No. 76318-054, lying on the floor in a fetal position. The Lieutenant called out to the inmate; however, he did not respond and she noticed red marks on his neck. The inmate was placed in hand restraints and escorted to the Suicide Cell and placed on Suicide Watch. While on watch, the inmate indicated that his cell mate had attempted to kill him and had been harassing him and he had informed his Attorney of this matter. Medical Assessment: The inmate was medically assessed at 6:30 a.m., by the Physician Assistant and his findings were as follows: He is ambulatory, oriented x 3. In no apparent distress, smiling during this clinical encounter. Alleges, that he does not know what happened. Cannot explain the marks on his neck. Responded: "I don't know". He does not want to talk of the events leading to the marks on his neck. He does not look in any distress or pain. Has a circular line of erythema at the base of the neck. Reaching 2/3 of the neck circumference, 2 inches wide, sparing the back of the neck. Has one section of this erythema in the front with marks of friction. No inflammation, no deformities, no hematomas, no lacerations, no tenderness. Patient moving his neck without any restriction. Denies having any pain or discomfort. Denies any respiratory problem. CONFIDENTIAL SDNY_00011071 EFTA00034488

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Has another small erythema on left knee about 2cm in diameter (mild). Psychologist Assessment: He was evaluated on today at 9:10 a.m., and it has been determined he will remain on Suicide Watch for further observation. Current Status: At this time, we are reviewing his case for placement in the general population in Unit 7 South. We are currently looking for the appropriate cell mate. Associate Warden MCC New York 150 Park Row New York New York 10007 >>> Can you get this for me. 7/23/2019 12:30 PM >>> Sent from my Verizon. Samsung Galaxy smartphone Original message From: Date: 7/23/19 11:46 AM (GMT-05:00) To: Subject: Re: Epstein >>> " 07/23/2019 11:46 >>> The memo is very confusing. Please draft an email of his actions and current status. Also incl udc what plans were in motion to move him to a GP unit. It will need to be something I can fo rward to 1PPA and the Director. Sent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy sinartphonc<div> </div><div> </div><div> Original message </div><div>From: > </div><div>Date: 7/23/19 I I:12 AM (GMT- CONFIDENTIAL SDNY_00011072 EFTA00034489

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