Jeffrey Epstein’s death has long been the subject of conspiracy theories. Now, there is another theory, but it is supported by solid evidence. Latest files related to the investigation into a convicted sex financier and pedophile have raised concerns about the exact date and cause of his death.
Draft federal statement announcing Epstein’s death, no. European Free Trade Association 00013180 In the Justice Department archives, the date is the day before the 66-year-old’s official death date. The draft is dated August 9, 2019, while the sex financier’s official death date is August 10.
Epstein was found dead in his cell at a Manhattan jail while awaiting trial on federal trafficking charges.
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What does the document stipulate?
“This morning, the Manhattan Correctional Center confirmed that Jeffrey Epstein, who the office charged with engaging in sex trafficking of minors, was found unresponsive in his cell and pronounced dead a short time later,” then-Manhattan U.S. Attorney Jeffrey S. Berman wrote in a statement.
“Today’s events are disturbing and we are deeply aware that they may present yet another hurdle in court for Epstein’s many victims.
“To the brave young women who have come forward, and the many others who have yet to come forward, let me reiterate that we remain committed to your defense and to the investigation of the conduct alleged in the indictment.”
Epstein’s final moments
Epstein has been imprisoned at the Metropolitan Correctional Center in New York since July 6, 2019, awaiting trial. A month later, he was found unconscious in his cell. Paramedics attempted to resuscitate him but were unsuccessful, and the New York City medical examiner ultimately ruled his death a suicide by hanging.
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Security failure and missing checks
Records later showed that corrections officers failed to complete mandatory rounds the night Epstein died. Scheduled 3am and 5am checks never took place, and several cameras outside his cell were reportedly malfunctioning.
Investigators noted that they were unable to establish a clear timeline of events because the lapses left many unanswered questions. To date, authorities have not released an official time of death.
monitoring gap
One of the most controversial pieces of evidence involves security footage taken on Aug. 9. According to official reports, video from the stairs leading to Epstein’s floor was cut off shortly before midnight. Additional footage later showed an unexplained shape moving in the direction of Epstein’s cell.
An FBI report describes the moment: At 10:39 p.m., “an orange flash appeared to be coming up the L stairs, possibly an inmate being escorted to that level.”
However, the Justice Department’s inspector general offered a conflicting explanation, saying: “Inmates are currently on lockdown; someone may be moving inmates’ sheets or bedding.”
“At approximately 10:39 p.m., an unidentified police officer appears to be walking up the L stairs before re-appearing in view of the camera at 10:41 p.m.”
Forensic experts consulted by CBS in 2019 also weighed in. “Based on the limited video available, it’s more likely this was a clothed person,” said Conor McCourt, a retired NYPD officer. [orange] uniform. Video expert Jim Safford and four colleagues agreed, saying: “It would be wrong to say it’s impossible for someone to reach his room via the stairs without being seen.” “
Former Attorney General Bill Barr said in a 2019 interview that he reviewed surveillance footage and confirmed that no one entered Epstein’s area.
Former FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino said on Fox News: “The video is clear. He was the only person there and the only person who came out. You can see it. We’re working hard to clear it to make sure you get enhanced information.” [version] We’ll provide the originals so you don’t think there’s anything hoaxy involved. “
