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DOJ
Document DOJ-OGR-00026908
AI Analysis
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 MCC NY, handled the situation and directed staff not to speak to the media or anyone about the incident.
Significance: This document is potentially important as it provides an official account of the circumstances surrounding Jeffrey Epstein's death in custody, and reveals the initial response and protocol followed by the Metropolitan Correctional Center.
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 who authored the memorandum and handled the situation