Who is Dawn Henry in the Epstein files?

Dawn Henry was the Commissioner of the U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Planning and Natural Resources (DPNR) from approximately 2015-2018, serving during Epstein's ownership of Little St. James and Great St. James islands. She appears in the documents as a government official with regulatory authority over Epstein's construction permits and environmental compliance on his private islands. The documents show extensive correspondence between Epstein and Henry regarding permit approvals and regulatory matters.

Did Dawn Henry visit Epstein's private islands?

According to JPMorgan's legal filings, Dawn Henry was among Virgin Islands officials who 'visited Epstein's islands with regularity.' However, Henry herself stated in media interviews that while she never personally set foot on either island, DPNR enforcement officers under her supervision did physically access the islands as part of their regulatory and enforcement duties. DPNR was one of the few government agencies with the authority to access Epstein's private islands.

What was Dawn Henry's relationship with Jeffrey Epstein?

The relationship was strictly regulatory and often adversarial. As DPNR Commissioner, Henry was responsible for enforcing environmental laws and issuing construction permits for Epstein's islands. She later described Epstein as 'a formidable opponent' who would complain to the governor when his construction plans were delayed by DPNR. Henry stated that it was clear Epstein had been allowed to bypass regulations in the past, but she told him 'that is not going to work with me.' The documents show Epstein repeatedly emailing Henry asking when permits would be issued, demonstrating his frustration with the regulatory process.

How many times does Dawn Henry appear in the Epstein documents?

Dawn Henry appears in 154 documents spanning 2016-2018, primarily consisting of direct email correspondence with Epstein and his assistant Lesley Groff, scheduled meetings in his calendars, and references to permit negotiations. Most appearances are substantive regulatory communications rather than incidental mentions, reflecting her role as the government official with direct oversight of construction and environmental compliance on his private islands.

Who is Dawn Henry in the Epstein files?

Dawn Henry was the Commissioner of the U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Planning and Natural Resources (DPNR) from approximately 2015-2018, serving during Epstein's ownership of Little St. James and Great St. James islands. She appears in the documents as a government official with regulatory authority over Epstein's construction permits and environmental compliance on his private islands. The documents show extensive correspondence between Epstein and Henry regarding permit approvals and regulatory matters.

Did Dawn Henry visit Epstein's private islands?

According to JPMorgan's legal filings, Dawn Henry was among Virgin Islands officials who 'visited Epstein's islands with regularity.' However, Henry herself stated in media interviews that while she never personally set foot on either island, DPNR enforcement officers under her supervision did physically access the islands as part of their regulatory and enforcement duties. DPNR was one of the few government agencies with the authority to access Epstein's private islands.

What was Dawn Henry's relationship with Jeffrey Epstein?

The relationship was strictly regulatory and often adversarial. As DPNR Commissioner, Henry was responsible for enforcing environmental laws and issuing construction permits for Epstein's islands. She later described Epstein as 'a formidable opponent' who would complain to the governor when his construction plans were delayed by DPNR. Henry stated that it was clear Epstein had been allowed to bypass regulations in the past, but she told him 'that is not going to work with me.' The documents show Epstein repeatedly emailing Henry asking when permits would be issued, demonstrating his frustration with the regulatory process.

How many times does Dawn Henry appear in the Epstein documents?

Dawn Henry appears in 154 documents spanning 2016-2018, primarily consisting of direct email correspondence with Epstein and his assistant Lesley Groff, scheduled meetings in his calendars, and references to permit negotiations. Most appearances are substantive regulatory communications rather than incidental mentions, reflecting her role as the government official with direct oversight of construction and environmental compliance on his private islands.

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Dawn Henry served as Commissioner of the U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Planning and Natural Resources (DPNR) during Epstein's ownership of Little St. James and Great St. James islands. She appears extensively in Epstein's documents through direct correspondence, scheduled meetings, and permit negotiations from 2016-2018, making her one of the few government officials with regulatory authority over his island properties.

Henry appears in 154 documents primarily through direct professional correspondence with Epstein and his assistant Lesley Groff regarding construction permits, environmental compliance, and regulatory matters on his Virgin Islands properties. The documents show repeated meetings, phone calls, and email exchanges where Epstein was seeking permits and Henry was enforcing environmental regulations. JPMorgan's legal filings specifically named her as one of several Virgin Islands officials who 'visited Epstein's islands with regularity.' Most mentions are substantive regulatory correspondence rather than mass emails or newsletters.

Key Highlights

•As DPNR Commissioner, Henry had direct regulatory authority over Epstein's island properties and handled permit approvals, environmental violations, and fines
•Documents show Epstein directly emailed Henry multiple times asking when permits would be issued, and Henry later stated he 'wasn't afraid to complain to the highest authorities' when construction was delayed
•Henry told media that Epstein was 'a formidable opponent' and that it was clear he had been allowed to 'skirt the rules in the past,' but she told him 'that is not going to work with me'
•Multiple scheduled meetings appear in Epstein's calendar including at the Cyril E. King Airport, Government House, and DPNR offices between 2016-2018
•Henry stated that while she never personally set foot on Epstein's islands, DPNR enforcement officers did access them as part of their regulatory duties

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EFTA00285523.pdf

EFTA00285523

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eminder: Rich Kahn back in the office 6:52am Depart PB 10:16am Arrive LSJ EFTA00285527 10:00am EST (11am VI time) Meeting or Cal! w/Commissioner Dawn Henry If meeting is face to face, it will take place in the Commissioner's 577 Office: Charles Turnbull Library 4:28pm Depart LSJ 7:40pm Arrive NY 6:5

EFTA00285207.pdf

EFTA00285207

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ave all confirmed their attendance at the meeting on Thursday, December 8, 2016 at 2 PM at Government House. Representing DPNR will be Commissioner Dawn Henry, JP Oriol a and Attorney Michele Baker. Fri. Dec. 9, 2016 LSJ Sat. Dec. 10, 2016 LSJ Sun. Dec.11 2016 LSJ-Bedford-NY Reminder: Joscha to stay i

EFTA00285362.pdf

EFTA00285362

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oday back in office tomorrow Reminder Leon Black back in NY Reminder Darren to work from home today due to doctor appt 12:30pm Appt w/Commissioner Dawn Henry 1:00pm Appt w/JP Oriol in the Directors Office on St. Thomas 2:00pm Appt w/Governor Mapp (MM) Government House Tues. June 20.2017 LSJ Reminder E

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EFTA00285377.pdf

EFTA00285377

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epart PB via Delta#2395 (Rec. Loc liCiticar 111pm Karyna to arrive SIT via AA#936 (Rec. Loci Tues. March 21. 2017 LSI 2:00pm Meeting w/Commissioner Dawn Henry Upstairs of the Cyril E. King Airport Wed. March 22. 2017 LSI 9:38am Kevin and Philippe arrive STT via Tradewind #301 (Rec. Loc Marriott Confirml

EFTA00285369.pdf

EFTA00285369

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depart PB via Delta#2395 (Rec. Loci Citica, 111pm Karyna to arrive SIT via AA#936 (Rec. Loa Tues. March 21. 2017 LSI 2:00pm Meeting w/Commissioner Dawn Henry Upstairs of the Cyril E. King Airport Wed. March 22. 2017 LSI 9:38am Kevin and Philippe arrive SIT via Tradewind #301 (Rec. Loc Marriott Confirm..

EFTA00453793.pdf

EFTA00453793

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From: "jeffrey E." To: Lesley Groff <1 Subject: Re: Commissioner Dawn Henry Date: Sun, 11 Jun 2017 16:43:45 +0000 Can we sign a more comprehensive release on both sides . On Sun, Jun 11, 2017 at 10:35 AM Lesley Groff > wr

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EFTA00453792.pdf

EFTA00453792

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wever, the draft document that Mr. Epstein signed, I can not sign. Finally, there will continue to be delays, with every suggested language change. Dawn Henry From: Lesley Groff fmailto Sent: Thursday, June 8, 2017 10:53 AM To: Dawn Henry Subject: Jeffrey Epstein Hello Commissioner Henry. Please see me

EFTA00792782.pdf

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a t• 12. EFTA00792791 November 29, 2016 Jaredian Design Group Architects, Engineers and Construction Managers V. 5 Vow:510Am,, 00 Honorable Dawn Henry, Esq. Commissioner, Government of the Virgin Islands Department of Planning and Natural Resources Cyril E. King Airport, Terminal Building - 2nd f

EFTA00814564.pdf

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d: Date: Mon, 17 Oct 2016 23:49:42 +0000 Forwarded message From: Jeffrey E. <[email protected]> Date: Monday, 17 October 2016 Subject: To: Dawn Henry Could you be so kind to tell me when I should expect my permits please note The information contained in this communication is confidential, may b

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EFTA00819377.pdf

EFTA00819377

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From: "Jeffrey E." <[email protected]> To: Dawn Henry Subject: Re: Date: Thu, 01 Sep 2016 21:12:56 +0000 thank you very much for your response. I m now being told, that we need to be sensitve to a bird

EFTA00822549.pdf

EFTA00822549

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From: "Jeffrey E." <[email protected]> To: Dawn Henry Subject: Re: meeting Date: Tue, 02 Aug 2016 15:55:45 +0000 thank you for your response. I appreciate your participation. fyi, if you would find am

EFTA00865600.pdf

EFTA00865600

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From: "jeffrey E." <[email protected]> To: Dawn Henry Subject: Fwd: FW: Response to your Letter Date: Tue, 06 Mar 2018 16:09:08 +0000 ??? Forwarded message From: Erika Kellerhals Date: Tue, Mar 6

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EFTA00867702.pdf

EFTA00867702

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From: "Jeffrey E." <[email protected]> To: Dawn Henry Subject: Date: Sat, 03 Mar 2018 00:38:59 +0000 still have not heard anything . all ok? please note The information contained in this communicati

EFTA00867916.pdf

EFTA00867916

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0000 Hi Jeffery: please see the below status of your permits. Thanks Dawn From: Jean-Pierre Oriol Sent: Thursday, March 1, 2018 9:52:18 AM To: Dawn Henry Subject: update on permits for great st. james good morning Commissioner, pursuant to our conversation, there are two permits currently in process

EFTA00442020.pdf

EFTA00442020

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Fl St. Thomas, VI 00802 Tel: (340)774-3320 x 5102 Fax: (340) 775-5706 From: Lesley Groff [mailto: Sent: Thursday, December 29, 2016 6:45 AM To: Dawn Henry Subject: Jeffrey Epstein Hello Ms. Henry. Confirming Jeffrey will call you today at 2:00pm. Could you please provide me the number you would like h

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EFTA00442017.pdf

EFTA00442017

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> St. Thomas, VI 00802 > Tel: (340)774-3320 x 5102 > Fax: (340) 775-5706 > • From: (mailto: > Sent: Thursday, December 29, 2016 6:45 AM > To: Dawn Henry < > Subject: Jeffrey Epstein > • Hello Ms. Henry. Confirming Jeffrey will call you today at 2:00pm. Could you please provide me the number you wo

EFTA00442034.pdf

EFTA00442034

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, VI 00802 > Tel: (340)774-3320 x 5102 > Fax: (340) 775-5706 > • From: Lesley Groff [mailto: > Sent: Thursday, December 29, 2016 6:45 AM > To: Dawn Henry > Subject: Jeffrey Epstein > • Hello Ms. Henry. Confirming Jeffrey will call you today at 2:00pm. Could you please provide me the number you woul

EFTA00446550.pdf

EFTA00446550

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From: Lesley Groff < To: Darren Indyke Cc: Bebe Avdiu Subject: Re: Contact info for Dawn Henry? Date: Mon, 06 Mar 2017 14:49:06 +0000 ok, thanks On Mar 6, 2017, at 9:48 AM, Darren Indyke c Pm having it sent to me and will forward it shortly

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EFTA00446566.pdf

EFTA00446566

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From: To:' Subject: Alert - when for a call with Dawn Henry? March 6, 2017 12:00 PM : when for a call with Dawn Henry? EFTA00446566

EFTA00129018.pdf

EFTA00129018

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istencies in JPMorgan's latest filing. Ellsworth wrote that several Vir- gin Islands officials, including de- Jongh, former Gov. Kenneth Mapp, and Dawn Henry visited Epstein's islands "with regularity." Henry, former Commissioner for the V.I. Department of Planning and Natural Resources, told The Daily

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