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Re: Fwd: Inmate Epstein #76318-054 (Suicide Watch) From To Date 2019/07/24 13:34 Subject: Re: Fwd: Inmate Epstein #76318-054 (Suicide Watch) Attachments: TEXT.htm, IMAGE.gif SONY_00015773 Page 3581 Page 249 EFTA01687787 Epstein was stepped down from suicide watch to psychological observation this morning. No one else is on. Psy.D. Chief Psychologist U.S. Department of Justice/ Federal Bureau of Prisons Metropolitan Correctional Center 150 Park Row New York, New York 10007 Office: Fax: E-mail: >>> 7/24/2019 1:33 PM >>> Thank you Do you have anyone in Psychological observation? 'IA Please don't print this e-mail unless it's necessary Carta B. Matn0Leiz Assistant Human Resource Manager MS Way Public Trciring Cinch Federal Bureau of Prisons Metropolitan Correctional Center l53 Pat Row Ne E-Mail cOrregolgitoagov > » 7/23/2019 10:56 AM > » Here you go.... sorry, I was in the middle of a crazy task! Psy.D. Chief Psychologist U.S. Department of Justice/ Federal Bureau of Prisons Metropolitan Correctional Center 150 Park Row New York, New York 10007 Office: Fax: E-mail: SDNY_00015774 Page 3582 Page 250 EFTA01687788 SW Chronological Log 7/23-24/19 re: Epstein, Jeffrey Edward, Reg. No. 73618-054 From To Date 2019/08/12 15:30 SW Chronological Log 7/23-24/19 re: Epstein, Jeffrey Edward, Reg. No. 73618-054 Attachments: TEXT.htm, 2019 08 12 15 10 43.pdf, Subject: i/M companion assumed duties from staff on 7/23/19 @ 7 am until 7/24/19 @ 8:45 am (S/W) Epstein was transferred to psych observation on 7/24/19 @ 8:45 am until 7/30/19 at 8:15 am (I/M companion was utilized). Associate Warden MCC New York 150 Park Row New York NY 10007 ext. 6451 SDNY_00015781 Page 3632 Page 257 EFTA01687789 Re: I/M Epstein # 76318-054 From To Date 2019/08/2815:27 Subject: Re: IIM Epstein # 76318-054 Attachments: TEXT.htm, Yes and thank you. You are going to be missed. :( Trust Fund Supervisor MCC New York 150 Park Row New York, NY 10007 ext 6431 >>> 8/28/201911:22 AM >>> If you need something for Program Review, I'm happy to write a memo explaining why your office hasn't done anything with the funds yet. Do you think that would be sufficient? >>> 8/28/2019 10:20 AM > > > Hi It is on a daily report that we run and with program review approaching, the review team may ask why this inmate hasn't been cleared off of the report. In light of the circumstance, I just wanted clarification on what should be done because of what is being put out in the media. Trust Fund Supervisor MCC New York 150 Park Row New York, NY 10007 ext 6431 >> > Hi All, 8/28/2019 10:04 AM > » Masked me last week to reach out to his attorneys to find out what they wanted us to do with the funds. I explained to defense counsel that our normal practice was to cut a check to the next-of-kin that we have on- file. However, given the circumstances and the discussion of Epstein's will in the media, I told defense counsel we wanted to make sure we didn't need to do anything differently here. Defense counsel told me they would get back to me. I haven't heard from them yet. Is there a deadline by which we need to release the funds? Thanks, SONV_00015787 Page 3667 EFTA01687790 Staff Attorney CLC New York Metropolitan Correctional Center 150 Park Row New York, NY 10007 fi > » 8/28/2019 9:57 AM > » Good Morning, I/M Epstein # 76318-054 appeared on our SENTRY RELEASE report. Due to the nature of the situation, I am waiting for further instructions on how to proceed with releasing his funds. On a normal basis the process is to forward the funds to the address located in SENTRY. The inmates account balance ($566.27) Please see the attached P.S. 4500.12 on proper procedures for deceased inmates along with the SENTRY address on file. Trust Fund Supervisor MCC New York 150 Park Row New York, NY 10007 ext 6431 SONV_00015788 Page 3668 EFTA01687791 Re: UM Epstein # 76318-054 From To Date 2019/08/28 11:22 Subject: Re: IIM Epstein # 76318-054 Attachments: TEXT.htm If you need something for Program Review, I'm happy to write a memo explaining why your office hasn't done anything with the funds yet. Do you think that would be sufficient? > » 8/28/201910:20 AM > » Hi It is on a daily report that we run and with program review approaching, the review team may ask why this inmate hasn't been cleared off of the report. In light of the circumstance, I just wanted clarification on what should be done because of what is being put out in the media. Trust Fund Supervisor MCC New York 150 Park Row New York NY 10007 ext 6431 8/28/2019 10:04 AM > » Masked me last week to reach out to his attorneys to find out what they wanted us to do with the funds. I explained to defense counsel that our normal practice was to cut a check to the next-of-kin that we have on- file. However, given the circumstances and the discussion of Epstein's will in the media, I told defense counsel we wanted to make sure we didn't need to do anything differently here. Defense counsel told me they would get back to me. I haven't heard from them yet. Is there a deadline by which we need to release the funds? Thanks, Staff Attorney CLC New York Metropolitan Correctional Center 150 Park Row New York, NY 10007 SONV_00015789 Page 3674 EFTA01687792 > » 8/28/2019 9:57 AM > » Good Morning, VM Epstein # 76318-054 appeared on our SENTRY RELEASE report. Due to the nature of the situation, I am waiting for further instructions on how to proceed with releasing his funds. On a normal basis the process is to forward the funds to the address located in SENTRY. The inmates account balance ($566.27) Please see the attached P.S. 4500.12 on proper procedures for deceased inmates along with the SENTRY address on file. Trust Fund Supervisor MCC New York 150 Park Row New York, NY 10007 ext 6431 SDNY_000 15790 Page 3675 EFTA01687793 A timeline of what Jeffrey Epstein and his prison guards did in his final hours I World & Nation I news-daily.com From To Date Subject: Attachments: 2019/11/25 04:15 A timeline of what Jeffrey Epstein and his prison guards did in his final hours I World & Nation I news-daily.com TEXT.htm https://www.news-daily.com/news/world nation/a-timeline-of-what-jeffrey-epstein-and-his- prison-guardstarticle_6ba8c52e-4359-53e8-b5ea-69968b90a178.html Sent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy smartphone SONY_00015791 Page 3679 EFTA01687794 FW: UPDATE: Media Inquiry - due today - NY Daily News - re: conditions at MCC NY post-Epstein From To IME Date 2019/12/06 16:17 Subject: FW: UPDATE: Media inquiry - due today - NY Daily News - rc: conditions at MCC NY post-Epstein attachments: TEXT.htm Seed lion Veri Samsung Galaxy sow w: --- Original message From: Date: 12/6/19 3.34 PM (GMT-05M0 To: Cc: Subject: UPDATE: Media inquiry - duc today - NY Daily News - re: conditions at MCC NY post-Epstein >>> 12/06/20191534 >» Here is an updated version for the moment Reporter. Stephen Brown - NY DAILY NEWS Questions & Proposed Responses: Hello, I'm making on a story about morale at MCC in Manhattan in the wake of charges against Tova Noel and Michael Thomas. I've spoken to an AEG The thrust of the story is that morale has plummeted at the facility in the wake of the falsification of documents charges. Morale was already bad because (I) Has any money been allocated for improving MCC as a facility since Epstein's death? RESPONSE: Yes, examples include money for staff positions at MCC New York (arc we saying we arc adding staff positions in the future or have (2) Has there been a hiring surge since Epstein's suicide? RESPONSE: 21 staff have been hired since inmate Epstein's death. (I may need to confirm with Central Office's HRM) (3) My changes in BOP policies following Epstein's suicide? RESPONSE: • will get more info to supplement this: There have been a number of policy changes implemented under a "back to basics" approach in (4) Is it correct that Noel and Thomas were responsible for roughly 50 to 70 inmates the night of the suicide? RESPONSE: The BOP does not comnent on matters related to investigations or pending litigation. (5) What is the attrition rate for BOP correctional officers? What's the average length of time a person stays in the job? (NYC-area would be best if it's a RESPONSE: • is checking to see if HRM can answer this; if not. then we could say the following: We do not have this information readily available. (6) Can you share anything supervisors at MCC have told the rank and file in the wake of these charges? What's the message to overworked, disgruntled RESPONSE: MCC New York has had staff recalls and meetings emphasizing that the institution's leadership understands staffs concerns and is doing tht -- Public Information Office Federal Bureau of Prisons SONY 00015792 Page 3687 Page 268 EFTA01687795 SW Chronological Log 7/23-24/19 re: Epstein, Jeffrey Edward, Reg. No. 73618-054 From To Date Subject: Attachments: 2019/08/12 15:54 SW Chronological Log 7/23-24/19 re: Epstein, Jeffrey Edward, Reg. No. 73618-054 TEXT.htm, Epstein SW Chronological Log 7-23 & 24 -I9.pdf I/M companion assumed duties from staff on 7/23/19 @ 7 am until 7/24/19 @ 8:45 am (S/W) Epstein was transferred to psych observation on 7/24/19 @ 8:45 am until 7/30/19 at 8:15 am (I/M companion was utilized). SDNY_000 15793 Page 3690 Page 269 EFTA01687796 Jeffrey Epstein Death Shines Light On Understaffed, Unaccountable Federal Prison System I HuffPost From To Date Subject: Attachments: 2019/08/15 09:44 Jeffrey Epstein Death Shines Light On Understaffed, Unaccountable Federal Prison System I HuffPost TEXT.htm Understand the source and their angle, but this may bring more focus on our O1A process and bring questions and scrutiny from DOJ. https://www.huffpost.condentry/epstein-suicide-federal-prison-jail- deaths_n_5d5lcd9ee4b05fa9df0341c4 Sent from my Veriwn, Samsung Galaxy smartphone SONY_000 15794 Page 3708 Page 270 EFTA01687797 Re: Psych Observation 7/8/19 6 pm until 7/10/19 at 9 am re: Epstein, Jeffrey Edward, Reg. No. 73618-054 From To Date 2019/08/12 15 35 Subject: Re: Psych Observation 7/8/19 6 pm until 7/10/19 at 9 am re: Epstein, Jeffrey Edward, Reg. No. 73618-054 Attachments: TEXT.htm When I try to open it says "document cannot be opened because it is corrupted or damaged" Sent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy smartphone Original message From: ' Date: 8/12/19 3:33 PM (GMT-05:00) To: Cc: Subject: Psych Observation 7/8/19 6 pm until 7/10/19 at 9 am re: Epstein, Jeffrey Edward, Reg. No. 73618- 054 > >» 08/12/2019 15:33 > » Psych Observation 7/8/19 6 pm until 7/10/19 at 9 am (I/M companion utilized) SDNY_00015795 Page 3716 Page 271 EFTA01687798 Fwd: Epstein Article From To Date 2020/01/06 13:06 Subject: Fwd: Epstein Article Attachments: TEXT.htm Check this out. We will never be able to move forward with all the craziness! fittpsi/www.dailymail.co.ukinews/article-7855039/Graphic-photos-Jeffrey-Epsteins-autopsy-reveal- bloadieclznerkhtml Associate Warden MCC New York 150 Park Row New York, New York 10007 Office: Black Ber SONV_00015800 Page 3730 EFTA01687799 Re: Fwd: Inmate Epstein #76318-054 (Suicide Watch) From To Date 2019/07/24 13:35 Subject: Re: Fwd: Inmate Epstein #76318-054 (Suicide Watch) Attachments: TEXT.htm, IMAGE.gif :-) NP Psy.D. Chief Psychologist U.S. Department of Justice/ Federal Bureau of Prisons Metropolitan Correctional Center 150 Park Row New York, New York 10007 Office: Fax: E-mail: >> > thank you >> > 7/24/2019 1:35 PM >>> 7/24/20191:34 PM > » Epstein was stepped down from suicide watch to psychological observation this morning. No one else is on. Psy.D. Chief Psychologist U.S. Department of Justice/ Federal Bureau of Prisons Metropolitan Correctional Center 150 Park Row New York, New York 10007 Office: Fax: E-mail: >> > -7/24/20191:33 PM >>> Thank you Do you have anyone in Psychological observation? sit Please don't print this e-mail unless it's necessary n AA./ ss.. SONV_00015801 Page 3734 Page 277 EFTA01687800 1.4^0 1"••• I CA..C.A 4fAAL",C. Assistant Human Resource Manager NVS Notary Pubic Trdring Cocrh Federal Bureau of Prisons Metropolitan Correctional Center 153 Pak Row : COrrego4tx>aaov > » 7/23/2019 10:56 AM > » Here you go.... sorry, I was in the middle of a crazy task! Psy.D. Chief Psychologist U.S. Department of Justice/ Federal Bureau of Prisons Metropolitan Correctional Center 150 Park Row New York, New York 10007 Office: Fax: E-mail: SDNY_000 15802 Page 3735 Page 278 EFTA01687801 Re: Order in USA v. Jeffrey Epstein 19 cr 490 From To Mir Date 2019/08/21 11:06 Subject: Re: Order in USA v. Jeffrey Epstein 19 cr 490 Attachments: TEXT.htm, epstein aug 21 Order.pdf Good morning Please thank Judge Berman for the invitation! is out of the office until next Thursday, but Warden Petrucci and I will attending the hearing in his absence. If there is anything Judge Berman wishes us to address either before or during the hearing, please don't hesitate to let me know. Thar .lic sou, Staff Attorney CLC New York Metropolitan Correctional Center 150 Park Row New York, NY 10007 f » < > 8/21/2019 9:06 AM > » Please see attached Order. Judge Berman asked me to invite you and the new warden to the hearing. (See attached file: epstein aug 21 Order.pdf) SONV_00015803 Page 3753 EFTA01687802 Re: Fwd: Epstein #76318-054 Medical/Mental Health Records From To Date 2019/08/23 13:25 Subject: Re: Fwd: Epstein #76318-054 Medical/Mental Health Records Attachments: TEXT.htm, Done! Thank You, , PharmD, MS, BCACP CAPT, U.S. Public Health Service Chief Pharmacist MCC New York 150 Park Row, New York, NY 10007 Phone: Fax: "This message is intended for official use and may contain SENSITIVE information. If this message contains SENSITIVE information, it should be properly delivered, labeled, stored, and disposed of according to policy." Commissioned Corps of the United States Public Health Service - "Protecting, promoting, and advancing the health and safety of the Nation" > » 8/23/201912:53 PM > » Hi Captain Can you give Joy an override for Epstein? His attorneys going to be requesting his medical/psych records. Thank you! Staff Attorney CLC New York Metropolitan Correctional Center 150 Park Row New York, NY 10007 € SDNY_000 15804 Page 3759 EFTA01687803 > » 8/23/201910:17 AM > » Hi Joy - in anticipation of the attached, can you please get me a copy of Epstein's medical and psych records? He first came to MCC on July 6, 2019. Thank you! Staff Attorney CLC New York Metropolitan Correctional Center 150 Park Row New York, NY 10007 F SDNY_00015805 Page 3760 EFTA01687804 Re: Mortality Review for Inmate Jeffrey Epstein # 76318-054 From To Date 2019/09/09 16:25 Subject: Re: Mortality Review for Inmate Jeffrey Epstein # 76318-054 Attachments: TEXT.htm Correction, MCC New York Health Services Department has been trying obtain a copy of the Autopsy Report, Discharge Summary Report, Toxicology Report are Death Certificate Report since August 15, 2019. We have not received a response from the Office of Chief Medical Examiner Records Department or the Chief Medical Examiner Legal Department. We are continuing to work on obtaining all required reports. Very Respectfully, CDR , MSA, CCN, USPHS Health Services Administrator Metropolitan Correctional Center 150 Park Row, New York New York 10007 (Office) > » 9/9/20191:33 PM > » Hi I am sending the Mortality Review for Inmate Jefrey Epstein # 76318-054 dated 09-09-2019. We are unable to obtain a copy of the Autopsy Report, Discharge Summary Report, Toxicology Report are Death Certificate at this time. We Have been trying to obtain these reports since August 05, 2019. No one has returned our institution calls or responded to our certified mail request for these reports. We are continuing to work on obtaining all required reports. Very Respectfully, CDR , MSA, CCN, USPHS Health Services Administrator Metropolitan Correctional Center 150 Park Row, New York, New York 10007 (Office) SDNY_000 15806 Page 3766 Page 282 EFTA01687805 Re: Fwd: Epstein Article From To Date 2020/01/06 13:14 Subject: Re: Fwd: Epstein Article Attachments: TEXT.htm Wow, should the examiner have released this without the BOP knowledge. Deng, he had all that junk in his cell. >>> 1/6/2020 12:06 PM »> Check this out. We will never be able to move forward with all the craziness! httpsliwww.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-7855039/Graphic-photos-Jeffrey-Fpsteins-autopsy-reveal- bloodied-neck.html Associate Warden MCC New York 150 Park Row New York, New York 10007 Office: Black Ber SONV_00015807 Page 3770 EFTA01687806 SW Chronological Log 7/23-24/19 re: Epstein, Jeffrey Edward, Reg. No. 73618-054 From To Date 2019/08/12 15:30 SW Chronological Log 7/23-24/19 re: Epstein, Jeffrey Edward, Reg. No. 73618-054 Attachments: TEXT.htm, 2019 08 12 15 10 43.pdf, Subject: I/M companion assumed duties from staff on 7/23/19 @ 7 am until 7/24/19 @ 8:45 am (S/W) Epstein was transferred to psych observation on 7/24/19 @ 8:45 am until 7/30/19 at 8:15 am (I/M companion was utilized). Associate Warden MCC New York 150 Park Row New York NY 10007 ext. 6451 SDNY_00015808 Page 3774 Page 284 EFTA01687807 Re: Epstein From To Date 2019/07/31 07:58 Subject: Re: Epstein Attachments: TEXT.htm Hi The investigation is nearing completion. He was given an incident report for self mutilation yesterday and is expected to have his DHO hearing in the near future. The original claims against Tartaglione appear unfounded, but we are still awaiting the final report. Thank you, Supervisory Staff Attorney CLC New York Metropolitan Correctional Center 150 Park Row New York, New York 10007 f:P:= >> > ' (USANYS)" < Hi and 7/30/2019 7:11 PM > » Is the investigation into Jeffrey Epstein's injuries still ongoing? I ask because we have a conference before Judge Berman tomorrow morning, and we expect that he will ask us about what happened at the MCC. If the investigation is still ongoing, we will tell him that. If it has been completed, would you please send us any new reports and whatever documentation sets forth the conclusions that the investigators reached? Thanks Assistant United States Attorney Southern District of New York 1 St. Andrew's Plaza New York, NY 10007 SDNY_00015809 Page 3792 Page 285 EFTA01687808 Re: Psych Observation 7/8/19 6 pm until 7/10/19 at 9 am re: Epstein, Jeffrey Edward, Reg. No. 73618-054 From To Date 2019/08/12 15:38 Subject: Re: Psych Observation 7/8/19 6 pm until 7/10/19 at 9 am re: Epstein, Jeffrey Edward, Reg. No. 73618-054 Attachments: TEXT.htm, I'll resend all the emails. There is a total of 4. I'll double check the attachment before resending. Associate Warden MCC New York 150 Park Row New York, NY 10007 ext. 6451 > » > 8/12/2019 3:35 PM > » When I try to open it says "document cannot be opened because it is corrupted or damaged" Sent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy smartphone Original message From: " Date: 8/12/19 3:33 PM (GMT-05:00) To: Cc: Subject: Psych Observation 7/8/19 6 pm until 7/10/19 at 9 am re: Epstein, Jeffrey Edward, Reg. No. 73618- 054 „< >>> 08/12/2019 1533 >> > Psych Observation 7/8/19 6 pm until 7/10/19 at 9 am (VM companion utilized) SDNY_0001581 0 Page 3796 Page 286 EFTA01687809 Re: Psych Observation 7/8/19 6 pm until 7/10/19 at 9 am re: Epstein, Jeffrey Edward, Reg. No. 73618-054 From To Date Subject: Attachments: Please check your email. attachments are clear. Associate Warden MCC New York 150 Park Row New York, NY 10007 ext. 6451 2019/08/12 15:59 Re: Psych Observation 7/8/19 6 pm until 7/10/19 at 9 am re: Epstein, Jeffrey Edward, Reg. No. 73618-054 TEXT.htm, I resent the 4 emails. The attachments appear fine on my end. Please advise if the > » > 8/12/2019 3:35 PM > » When I try to open it says "document cannot be opened because it is corrupted or damaged" Sent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy smartphone Original message From: " Date: 8/12/19 3:33 PM (GMT-05:00) To: Cc: "< Subject: Psych Observation 7/8/19 6 pm until 7/10/19 at 9 am re: Epstein, Jeffrey Edward, Reg. No. 73618- 054 >>>' " 08/12/2019 15:33 >>> Psych Observation 7/8/19 6 pm until 7/10/19 at 9 am (VM companion utilized) SDNY_00015811 Page 3803 Page 287 EFTA01687810 Re: Here is the final statement that on Epstein last night and this morning From To Lupo Date 2019/07/25 12:01 Subject: Attachments: Thank you can send to all media who contacted MCC NY Re: Here is the final statement that can send to all media who contacted MCC NY on Epstein last night and this morning TEXT.htm Sent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy smartphone Original message From: Lupo <rlupo@bop.gov> Date: 7/25/19 11:40 AM (GMT-05:00) To: >, Cc: >, Subject: Re: Here is the final statement that can send to all media who contacted MCC NY on Epstein last night and this morning > » "M Lupo" 07/25/2019 11:40 > » Thank you >» 7/25/2019 10:58 AM > » Wow, right as I finished my last email, my boss just gave me the final response that I'll now send to all the reporters who reached out to our public affairs office in Central Office (you can send this to media who contacted you too Jeffrey Epstein is currently housed at MCC New York and not in a local hospital as has been reported. As with all inmates, for privacy and security reasons, we do not share information on an inmate's medical status or their conditions of confinement. Public Information Office of Prisons >>> 7/25/2019 10:54 AM > » • SONV_00015812 Page 3810 EFTA01687811 This is a heads up that our public affairs office, IPPA leadership, and the Director's office drafted a statement for all Epstein inquiries today that DM public affairs folks are now reviewing. USMS will also see it because they are getting media inquiries and called me. And DOJ's Legislative Affairs team as well as BOP's legislative affairs folks are getting Congressional interest (Members' offices saying we should take better care of him, etc.). The final response to media that will be approved by DOI should be given to me within the hour and I will send it out to more than 30 reporters who've emailed me. I'll give the response to who can give it to media who've contacted him in absence (M also has been in touch with me to be sure I have all I need). I'll send you all the final approved response from DO.1 when I get it. Thanks, Public Information Office F er I B re of Prisons SDNY_00015813 Page 3811 EFTA01687812 Re: timeline From To Date 2019/08/1 I 19:30 Subject: Re: timeline Attachments: TEXT.htm M, I made two edits/clarifications below on 7/29 rust part, and 8/9 regarding the psych alert. Feel free to call me if you have any questions. In terms of releasing the info, I don't have any concerns per se, however, this is all subject to an ongoing investigation. Normally, I would never release such information without first ensuring that the investigative body (OIG/FBI) do not have any concerns that its release may interfere with their investigation. Of course, you may have already done that, but in any event that is between you and them and not my business. • Sent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy smartphone Original messa From: "1 ( geOAG)" a Date: 8/11/19 7:00 PM (GMT-05:00) To: Subject: timeline Can you verify that the information below is accurate? It's based in large part on the timeline you sent. Is there any reason why this information shouldn't be released to the public? On July 23d, Epstein was placed on suicide watch and received medical evaluation. Epstein received daily psychological evaluations while on suicide watch. On July 29th after daily interaction with Epstein, and according to established procedures, MCC- New York Psychology Services Department determined he no longer warranted placement on suicide watch. Epstein was returned to the Special Housing Unit (SHU) with a requirement that he have a cellmate. He was with same cellmate from that date until August 9th. In addition, the SHU confinement includes frequent head counts as well as 30 minute checks. On August 9th at about 8:00 a.m., Epstein's cellmate was taken out of the institution for a Court appearance. That inmate was eventually released from custody by the Court and did not return to the institution. On August 9th. Enstein was in a legal visit with his lawyers athisttemantii46:45 Page 3815 Page 290 EFTA01687813 p.m. Epstein returned to cell with no cellmate even though Epstein was on PSYCH Alert as well as a requirement that he have a cellmate. No cellmate was assigned to his cell on August 9th. On August 10th at about 12:00 a.m., while in his cell, Epstein acknowledged a Correction Officer performing a routine check. After midnight, it appears that not all of the checks required to be performed were actually done. On August 10th at approximately 6:33 a.m., Staff serving breakfast meal found Epstein unresponsive in his cell. Staff called for assistance and began CPR. When EMS arrived at the institution, he was transported to hospital where he was pronounced dead at 7:36am. SONY_00015815 Page 3816 Page 291 EFTA01687814 Fwd: timeline From To Date 2019/08/11 19:04 Subject: Fwd: timeline Attachments: TEXT.htm scm from my VeTimm Samtung Galaxy smartphone •- From: us e •c > e Dat iii To: Subject: timeline >>> (OAG)" 08/11/2019 19:00 >» Can you verify that the infoimation below is accurate? It's based in large part on the timeline you sent. Is there any rea.von why this information shouldn't be released to the public? On July 23d. Epstein was placed on suicide watch and received medical evaluation. Epstein received daily psychological evaluations while on suicide w: On July 29th Epstein was removed from suicide watch by Psychology Services Department at MCC-New York after daily interaction with him and actor On August 9th at about 800 a.m., Epstcin's cellmatc was taken out of the institution for a Court appearance. That inmate was eventually released from ( On August 10th at about 12:00 a.m.. while in his cell. Epstein acknowledged a Correction Officer performing a routine check. After midnight. it appears On August 10th at approximately 6:33 a.m., Staff serving breakfast meal found Epstein unresponsive in his cell. Staff called for assistance and began CPI S0NY_00015816 Page 3820 Page 292 EFTA01687815 RE: UPDATE: Media inquiry - due today - NY Daily News - re: conditions at MCC NY post-Epstein From To Date Subject: Attachments: 2019/12/06 17:45 RE: UPDATE: Media inquiry - due today - NY Daily News - re: conditions at MCC NY post-Epstein TEXT.htm Sorry this is the best that I can do on the fly from my phone. I hope this helps. If you should need anything else please feel free to contact me. Thanks again. Sent from my Verizon, Satmtmg Galaxy smartphone Original message From: ' Date: 12/6/19 3:34 PM (GMT-05:00 To: Cc: Subject: UPDATE: Media inquiry - due today - NY Daily News - re: conditions at MCC NY post-Epstein m, Here is an updated version for the moment Reporter: Stephen Brown - NY DAILY NEWS Questions & Proposed Responses: Hello, I'm working on a story about morale at MCC in Manhattan in the wake of charges against Tova Noel and Michael Thomas. I've spoken to an AFGE union official and Thomas's defense attorney. The story will run over the weekend so I'd appreciate a response by COB today. SDNY_00015817 Page 3823 Page 293 EFTA01687816 The thrust of the story is that morale has plummeted at the facility in the wake of the falsification of documents charges. Morale was already bad because of staffing issues. The story will also note that the facility itself is in very bad shape and that, according to people I spoke to, there has not been a hiring surge or any major reforms in the wake of Jeffrey Epstein's suicide. (1) Has any money been allocated for improving MCC as a facility since Epstein's death? RESPONSE: Yes, examples include money for staff positions at MCC New York (are we saying we are adding staff positions in the future or have already added them and already hired new staff now working there after Epstein's death) and overtime work performed at MCC New York by staff on temporary assignment from other Bureau of Prisons correctional institutions. The BOP has expended over $500,000 bringing staff to MCC New York from other facilities (since Epstein?). MCC New York has spent approximately 2.6 million in infrastructure repairs since March 2019 and continues to make appropriate enhancements and repairs thought the facility. (2) Has there been a hiring surge since Epstein's suicide? RESPONSE: 21 staff have been hired since inmate Epstein's death. (I may need to confirm with Central Office's HRM) (3) Any changes in BOP policies following Epstein's suicide? RESPONSE: will get more info to supplement this: There have been a number of policy changes implemented under a "back to basics" approach in recent months. MCC NY has made several chances and implementing managerial oversite pertaining to inmate accountability. This includes reviewing restictive housing (SHU) video footage to ensure rounds are conducted timely and accurately, lieutenants conducting counts in (SHU) on morning watch, staff conducting single cell reports for inmates housed alone in cells, and mandatory notification to the warden for review of inmates placed on suicide watch. In addition daily bed book audits supervised by Executive Staff. (4) Is it correct that Noel and Thomas were responsible for roughly 50 to 70 inmates the night of the suicide? RESPONSE: The BOP does not comment on matters related to investigations or pending litigation. (5) What is the attrition rate for BOP correctional officers? What's the average length of time a person stays in the job? (NYC-area would be best if it's available.) RESPONSE: ■ is checking to see if HRM can answer this; if not, then we could say the follawino, Same chaff have been workino at MIT' New York for 10 vent stiaciwootalEthp Page 3824 Page 294 EFTA01687817 average staff member assigned to MCC NY has 11.5 years with the agency. (6) Can you share anything supervisors at MCC have told the rank and file in the wake of these charges? What's the message to overworked, disgruntled correctional officers? RESPONSE: MCC New York Executive staff have been transparent with staff pertaining to staffing levels and its progress on hiring. Management has worked with the local union representatives and held a recruitment fair which was held in August to recruit Correctional Officers. The Excecutive staff has held staff recalls and meetings emphasizing that the institution's leadership understands staff's concerns and is doing the best to increase staffing levels. Staff have been told and regularly see the many staff who are assigned temporarily to MCC New York from all over the country to assist with shortages in multiple departments at MCC New York from correctional services, food service, safety, education, psychology, medical machanical services, As new positions post and staff see temporary staff coming in to alleviate the burdens of overtime work, the morale at MCC NY is improving. Public Information Office Federal Bureau of Prisons SONY_00015819 Page 3825 Page 295 EFTA01687818 FW: Media inquiry - From To Date Subject: Attachments: due today - NY Daily News - re: conditions at MCC NY post-Epstein 2019/12/06 14:39 FW: Media inquiry - due today - NY Daily News - re: conditions at MCC NY post-Epstein TEXT.htm Sent from my Vervon. Samnav Gala Nmartphone Orivinai Ines-Nave ------ From: ' Date: 12/6/19 2:24 PM (GMT-05:00 To: Cc: Subject: Media inquiry - due today - NY Daily News - rc: conditions at MCC NY post-Epstein >>> 12/06/2019 I4:24›» Eli call you for help on this in a moment. Nancy is asking ill can answer it today -- Public Information Office Federal Bureau of Prisons >>> "Brown, Stephen" <sbrowntenydailynews.com> 12/6/2019 11:12 AM >>> Hello, I'm working on a story about morale at MCC in Manhattan in the wake of charges against Tova Noel and Michael Thomas. I've spoken to an AFG The thrust of the story is that morale has plummeted at the facility in the wake of the falsification of documents charges. Morale was already bad because Has any money been allocated for improving MCC as a facility since Epstein's death? Has there been a hiring surge since Epstein's suicide? Any changes in BOP policies following Epstein's suicide? Is it correct that Noel and Thomas were responsible for roughly 50 to 70 inmates the night of the suicide? What is the attrition rate for BOP correctional officers? What's the average length of time a person stays in the job? (NYC-area would be best if it's avail Can you share anything supervisors at MCC have told the rank and file in the wake of these charges? What's the message to overworked, disgruntled cor Thank you, Stephen Brown Manhattan Federal Court reporter NY DAILY NEWS SDNY_000 15820 Page 3829 Page 296 EFTA01687819 Fwd: Urgent request From To Date Subject: Attachments: — Potential leak in hospital regarding Epstein's death 2019/08/10 18:10 Fwd: Urgent request -- Potential leak in hospital regarding Epstein's death TEXT.htm >>> Jane Lytvynenko <jane.lytvynenko@buzzfeed.com> 8/10/2019 6:03 PM »> Hello, I'm a reporter with BuzzFeed News. I'm reaching out because we suspect one of the paramedics involved in responding the Jeffrey Epstein call posted information online before it was reported in the mainstream media. We were able to view posts on the website 4chan, frequented by far-right trolls, that were published a full 45 minutes before ABC news first reported Epstein's death. I'd like to send you the posts to verify whether the information in them is correct and whether it could have come to your team but in addition to that, do you have any statement on the situation? Thank you, Jane Jane Lytvynenko I ©JaneLytv I Reporter I BuzzFeed News POP I Signal, WhatsApp, Telegram, Cell: +1 (613) 276-1376 Send anonymous tip: contact.buzzfeed.com SDNY_00015821 Page 3832 EFTA01687820 EPSTEIN, Jeffrey, reg. no. 76318-054 From To Date 2019/08/10 13:56 Subject: EPSTEIN, Jeffrey, reg. no. 76318-054 Attachments: TEXT.htm, mltC634.pdf Good afternoon, Enclosed please find official notification from Warden N'Diaye regarding Mr. Epstein's passing. As the investigation is ongoing, we have no further details at this time. We will continue to keep you updated as more information is available. Thank you, Supervisory Staff Attorney CLC New York Metropolitan Correctional Center 150 Park Row New York, New York 10007 f. SDNY_000 15822 Page 3845 EFTA01687821 August 10, 2019 U.S. Department of Justice Federal Bureau of Prisons Office of the Warden Moropothan Comxiional Center ISO Park Row SENT VIA EMAIL The Honorable Colleen McMahon, Chief Judge The Honorable Richard M. Berman, District Judge Daniel Patrick Moynihan United States Courthouse 500 Pearl Street New York, New York 10007-1312 Re: EPSTEIN, Jeffrey, Federal Register No. 76318-054 United States v..leffrev Epstein, 19-cr-00490-RMB Dear Chief Judge McMahon and Judge Berman: (Fax) I am writing to notify the Court of the death of Jeffrey Epstein, who passed away Saturday, August 10, 2019, at around 7:37 a.m. Mr. Epstein had been found unresponsive in his cell in the Special Housing Unit at around 6:30 am from an apparent suicide at the Metropolitan Correctional Center (MCC) in New York, New York. Responding staff immediately initiated life-saving measures and requested emergency medical services (EMS), by whom Mr. Epstein was transported to a local hospital for treatment of life-threatening injuries. Mr. Epstein was pronounced dead at the New York Presbyterian-Lower Manhattan Hospital in New York, New York. At this time, there are no preliminary reports identifying the exact cause of death. An autopsy is pending, and we expect to have more information as to the cause of death from the medical examiner in the near future. The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is actively investigating the incident. In addition to the FBI's investigation, the Attorney General has requested that the Department of Justice Office of the Inspector General look into the matter as well. SDNY_00015823 EFTA01687822 MCC New York will provide an update to the Court as soon as the autopsy is completed and the official cause of death is determined. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to call me at Thank you for your time and attention to this matter. Sincerely, Me N'Diaye Warden MCC New York cc: Michael Greco, U.S. Marshal, and , Chief Deputy U.S. Marshal Michael J. Fitzpatrick, Chief U.S. Probation Officer , Assistant U.S. Attorneys Martin Weinberg and Reid Weingarten. Counsel for Mr. Epstein SDNY_0001 5824 EFTA01687823 RE: UPDATE: Media inquiry - due today - NY Daily News - re: conditions at MCC NY post-Epstein From To Date Subject: Attachments: 2019/12/06 17:45 RE: UPDATE: Media inquiry - due today - NY Daily News - re: conditions at MCC NY post-Epstein TEXT.htm Sorry this is the best that I can do on the fly from my phone. I hope this helps. If you should need anything else please feel free to contact me. Thanks again. Sent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy smartphone Original message From: ' Date: 12/6/19 3:34 PM (GMT-05:00 To: Cc: Subject: UPDATE: Media inquiry - due today - NY Daily News - re: conditions at MCC NY post-Epstein Here is an updated version for the moment Reporter: Stephen Brown - NY DAILY NEWS Questions & Proposed Responses: Hello, I'm working on a story about morale at MCC in Manhattan in the wake of charges against Tova Noel and Michael Thomas. I've spoken to an AFGE union official and Thomas's defense attorney. The story will run over the weekend so I'd appreciate a response by COB today. SDNY_00015825 Page 3852 Page 301 EFTA01687824 The thrust of the story is that morale has plummeted at the facility in the wake of the falsification of documents charges. Morale was already bad because of staffing issues. The story will also note that the facility itself is in very bad shape and that, according to people I spoke to, there has not been a hiring surge or any major reforms in the wake of Jeffrey Epstein's suicide. (1) Has any money been allocated for improving MCC as a facility since Epstein's death? RESPONSE: Yes, examples include money for staff positions at MCC New York (are we saying we are adding staff positions in the future or have already added them and already hired new staff now working there after Epstein's death) and overtime work performed at MCC New York by staff on temporary assignment from other Bureau of Prisons correctional institutions. The BOP has expended over $500,000 bringing staff to MCC New York from other facilities (since Epstein?). MCC New York has spent approximately 2.6 million in infrastructure repairs since March 2019 and continues to make appropriate enhancements and repairs thought the facility. (2) Has there been a hiring surge since Epstein's suicide? RESPONSE: 21 staff have been hired since inmate Epstein's death. (I may need to confirm with Central Office's HRM) (3) My changes in BOP policies following Epstein's suicide? RESPONSE: will get more info to supplement this: There have been a number of policy changes implemented under a "back to basics" approach in recent months. MCC NY has made several chances and implementing managerial oversite pertaining to inmate accountability. This includes reviewing restictive housing (SHU) video footage to ensure rounds are conducted timely and accurately, lieutenants conducting counts in (SHU) on morning watch, staff conducting single cell reports for inmates housed alone in cells, and mandatory notification to the warden for review of inmates placed on suicide watch. In addition daily bed book audits supervised by Executive Staff. (4) Is it correct that Noel and Thomas were responsible for roughly 50 to 70 inmates the night of the suicide? RESPONSE: The BOP does not comment on matters related to investigations or pending litigation. (5) What is the attrition rate for BOP correctional officers? What's the average length of time a person stays in the job? (NYC-area would be best if it's available.) RESPONSE: ■ is checking to see if HRM can answer this; if not, then we could say the fttlinwina: Same staff have linen workina at MC( New York far 10 vent silaiseaoottehr Page 3853 Page 302 EFTA01687825 average staff member assigned to MCC NY has 11.5 years with the agency. (6) Can you share anything supervisors at MCC have told the rank and file in the wake of these charges? What's the message to overworked, disgruntled correctional officers? RESPONSE: MCC New York Executive staff have been transparent with staff pertaining to staffing levels and its progress on hiring. Management has worked with the local union representatives and held a recruitment fair which was held in August to recruit Correctional Officers. The Excecutive staff has held staff recalls and meetings emphasizing that the institution's leadership understands staff's concerns and is doing the best to increase staffing levels. Staff have been told and regularly see the many staff who are assigned temporarily to MCC New York from all over the country to assist with shortages in multiple departments at MCC New York from correctional services, food service, safety, education, psychology, medical machanical services, As new positions post and staff see temporary staff coming in to alleviate the burdens of overtime work, the morale at MCC NY is improving. Public Information Office Federal Bureau of Prisons SONY 00015827 Page 3854 Page 303 EFTA01687826 TW: Media inquiry - due toda • - NY Daily News - re: conditions at MCC NY post-Epstein Front To Date 2019/12/06 15:22 Subject: EW: Media inquiry - due today - NY Daily News - re: conditions at MCC NY post-Epstein Attachments: TEXT.htm Sent from my Venom. Sarmury Galax>. %ma:Thom From: < > ( in. 1 • re Date: 12/6/19 :05 PM GMT-0 :00 To: Cc: Subject: Media inquiry - due today - NY Daily News - rc: conditions at MCC NY post-Epstein >>> 1=EM" 1 2/06120 19 15:05 >» Here is a very rough draft for you and your staff to enhance if possible very quickly today. I can then run by and my boss before I answer the repo) Thanks Reporter: Stephen Brown - NY DAILY NEWS Questions & Proposed Responses: Hello, I'm working on a story about morale at MCC' in Manhattan in the wake of charges against Tova Noel and Michael Thomas. I've spoken to an AEG The thrust of the story is that morale has plummeted at the facility in the wake of the falsification of documents charges. Morale was already bad because (1) Ilas any money been allocated for improving MCC as a facility since Epstein's death? RESPONSE: Yes. examples include money for staff positions at MCC New York (arc we saying we arc adding staff positions in the future or have Arc: (2) Has there been a hiring surge since Epftein's suicide? RESPONSE: (12?) stall' have been hired since January roughly (MI can get exact numbers from his institution' HRM, I may need to confirm with C'e: (3) Any Chang BOP policies following Epstein's suicide? RESPONSE: will get more info to supplement this: There have been a number of policy changes implemented under a "back to basics" approach (4) Is it correct that Noel and Thomas were responsible for roughly 50 to 70 inmates the night of the suicide? RESPONSE: The BOP does not comment on matters related to investigations or pending litigation. (5) What is the attrition rate for BOP correctional officer,? What's the average length of time a person stays in the job? (NYC-area would be best if it's a RESPONSE: U is checking to see if FIRM can answer this: if not, then we could say the following We do not have this information readily available. (6) Can you share anything supervisors at MCC have told the rank and file in the wake of these charges? What's the message to overworked, disgruntled RESPONSE: MCC New York has had staff recalls and meetings emphasizing that the institution's leadership understands gaffs concerns and is doing tht Public Information Office Federal Bureau of Prisons S0NY_00015828 Page 3858 Page 304 EFTA01687827 FW: Media intik, - due toda - NY Daily News - re: conditions at MCC NY post-Epstein From To Date 2019/12/06 15:09 FW: Media inquiry - due today - NY Daily News - re: conditions at subject: MCC NY post-Epstein Attachments: TEXT.htm Sent limn my Vtivon. SanDuN Galax %ma: [phone e From: 1(}rithS- 1 Date. 6/19 3:05 PM (GMT-05:00 To: Cc: Subject: Media inquiry - due today - NY Daily News - rc: conditions at MCC NY post-Epstein >» liere is a very rough draft for you and your staff to enhance if possible very quickly today. I can then run by and my boss before I answer the repot Th alia 12/06/2019 15:15 >>> Reporter: Stephen Brown - NY DAILY NEWS Questions & Proposed Responses: Hello. I'm working on a story about morale at MCC in Manhattan in the wake of charges against Tova Noel and Michael Thomas. I've spoken to an AEG The thrust of the story is that morale has plummeted at the facility in the wake of the falsification of documents charges. Morale was already bad because (I) Has any money been allocated for improving MCC as a facility since Epstein's death? RESPONSE: Yes. examples include money for staff positions at MCC New York (arc we saying we arc adding staff positions in the future or have afro (2) Has there been a hiring surge since Epuein's suicide? RESPONSE: (12?) staff have been hired since January roughly al can get exact numbers from his institution' IiRM. I may need to confirm with C'el (3) My Chang BOP policies following Epstein's suicide? RESPONSE: will get more info to supplement this: There have been a number of policy changes implemented under a "back to basics" approach it (4) Is it correct that Noel and Thomas were responsible for roughly 50 to 70 inmates the night of the suicide? RESPONSE: The BOP does not comment on matters related to investigations or pending litigation. (5) What is the attrition rate for BOP correctional officers? What's the average length of time a person stays in the job? (NYC-area would be best if it's a RESPONSE: is checking to see if FIRM can answer this: if not, then we could say the following We do not have this information readily available. (6) Can you share anything supervisors at MCC have told the rank and file the wake of these charges? What's the message to overworked, disgruntled RESPONSE: MCC New York has had staff recalls and meetings emphasizing that the institution's leadership understands gaffs concerns and is doing tht -- Public Information Office Federal Bureau of Prisons SDNY_000 15829 Page 3861 Page 305 EFTA01687828 Here is the final statement that Epstein last night and this morning From can send to all media who contacted MCC NY on To Date 2019/07/25 10:58 Subject: Here is the final statement that can send to all media who contacted MCC NY on Epstein last night and this morning Attachments: TEXT.htm Wow, right as I finished my last email, my boss just gave me the final response that I'll now send to all the reporters who reached out to our public affairs office in Central Office (you can send this to media who contacted you too Jeffrey Epstein is currently housed at MCC New York and not in a local hospital as has been reported. As with all inmates, for privacy and security reasons, we do not share information on an inmate's medical status or their conditions of confinement. Public Information Office of Prisons >> > 7/25/2019 10:54 AM > » This is a heads up that our public affairs office, IPPA leadership, and the Directors office drafted a statement for all Epstein inquiries today that DOJ's public affairs folks are now reviewing. USMS will also see it because they are getting media inquiries and called me. And DOJ's Legislative Affairs team as well as BOP's legislative affairs folks are getting Congressional interest (Members' offices saying we should take better care of him, etc.). The final response to media that will be approved by DOJ should be given to me within the hour and I will send it out to more than 30 reporters who've emailed me. I'll give the response to who can give it to media who've contacted him in absence (M also has been in touch with me to be sure I have all I need). I'll send you all the final approved response from DO1 when I get it. Thanks, Public Information Office of Prisons SDNY_000 15830 Page 3864 EFTA01687829 Fwd: IMMEDIATE Turnaround: Questions regarding Epstein From To Date 2019/08/13 14:16 Subject: Fwd: IMMEDIATE Turnaround: Questions regarding Epstein Attachments: TEXT.htm SDNY_00015831 Page 3868 Page 307 EFTA01687830 - See the following questions from JMD Budget. We'll have to get with the Regional Office to pull this together. > » X 8/13/2019 2:13 PM > » Hi - See questions from JMD below. Let me know how to proceed on this. Thanks > » (JMD)" < > 8/13/2019 2:08 PM > » Hello is talking with BOP's Acting Director now, and Budget Staff has been directed to ask BOP the following questions regarding Jeffrey Epstein with immediate turnaround requested. Please provide responses to all of the following questions by 4:00 pm today: 1. What are the Actual Authorized and Actual On-Board employee numbers for MCC New York? 2. What are the Actual Authorized and Actual On-Board Correctional Officer numbers for MCC New York? 3. How many Correctional Officers were absent for any reason (did not show for work) on Friday 8/09 at MCC New York? How many Correctional Officers were absent for any reason on Saturday 8/10? a. Can this be broken down for the overnight shift between Friday and Saturday? 4. To what extent was MCC New York utilizing recruitment and retention bonuses? 5. Did MCC New York request additional Correctional Officer positions from BOP, and if so, were they provided? 6. Of the two correctional officers patrolling that unit, how many were Correctional Officers in the traditional sense (0007 series)? Was either of the employees an "augmented" staffperson? 7. Does MCC New York generally use augmentation or overtime to address staffmg shortages? 8. At MCC New York, are correctional officers who perform overtime generally performing voluntary overtime, or are they generally performing mandated overtime? 9. Provide the "bid sheet" for overtime for Friday night 8/09 at MCC New York. 10. Provide report of MCC New York inmates by week for the previous five years. 11. We believe that MCC New York had 19 vacant positions and was recruiting 41 candidates. Please confirm whether this is accurate. Please provide as much information as is available by 4:00pm; we understand this is a very short turnaround. Please let me know if you would like to discuss. • Budget Analyst (Detailee), DOJ JMD Budget Staff (o) (c) 950 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Rm 2645 SONY_000 15832 Page 3869 Page 308 EFTA01687831 Re: Fwd: Epstein Article From To Date 2020/01/06 13:15 Subject: Re: Fwd: Epstein Article Attachments: TEXT.htm I don't think that he was approved to send out pictures and other stuff. Now what he does with his medical report is a different story. Associate Warden MCC New York 150 Park Row New York, New York 10007 Office: Black Ber > » -1/6/20201:14 PM > » Wow, should the examiner have released this without the BOP knowledge. Dang, he had all that junk in his cell. >> > 1/6/2020 12:06 PM >>> Check this out. We will never be able to move forward with all the craziness! https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-7855039/Graphic-photos-Jeffrey-Epsteins-autopsy-reveal- bload Associate Warden MCC New York 150 Park Row New York, New York 10007 Office: Black Ber SDNY_000 15833 Page 3873 EFTA01687832 Re: Fwd: Inmate Epstein #76318-054 (Suicide Watch) From To Date 2019/07/24 13:35 Subject: Re: Fwd: Inmate Epstein #76318-054 (Suicide Watch) Attachments: TEXT.htm, IMAGE.gif SONY_00015834 Page 3877 Page 310 EFTA01687833 thank you >> > 7/24/2019 1:34 PM > » Epstein was stepped down from suicide watch to psychological observation this morning. No one else is on. Psy.D. Chief Psychologist U.S. Department of Justice/ Federal Bureau of Prisons Metropolitan Correctional Center 150 Park Row New York, New York 10007 Office: Fax: E-mail: >>> Thank you 7/24/2019 1:33 PM >>> Do you have anyone in Psychological observation? IA Please don't print this e-mail unless it's necessary Assistant Human Resource Manager NYS Notay Public Trciring Cocch Federal Bureau of Prisons Metropolitan Correctional Center I50 Pak Row Ne E-Moil cOrregnkitoo gov > » 7/23/2019 10:56 AM > » Here you go.... sorry, I was in the middle of a crazy task! Psy.D. Chief Psychologist U.S. Department of Justice/ Federal Bureau of Prisons Metropolitan Correctional Center 150 Park Row New York, New York 10007 Office: Fax: E-mail: SDNY_00015835 Page 3878 Page 311 EFTA01687834 FW: Media inquiry - due toda - NY Daily News - re: conditions at MCC NY post-Epstein From To Date 2019/12/06 15:22 Subject: EW: Media inquiry - due today - NY Daily News - re: conditions at MCC NY post-Epstein Attachments: TEXT.htm Sent from my Vero ton. Sammtv Galax>. Nnuttphone From: orith is i•v e Date. /6/19 3:05 PM (GMT-05:00 To: Cc: Subject: Media inquiry - due today - NY Daily News - rc: conditions at MCC NY post-Epstein >>> 1 " 12/06/2019 I 5:05 >» Here is a very rough draft for you and your staff to enhance if possible very quickly today. I can then run by and my boss before I answer the repoi Thanks. Reporter: Stephen Brown - NY DAILY NEWS Questions & Proposed Responses: Hello. I'm working on a story about morale at MCC in Manhattan in the wake of charges against Tova Noel and Michael Thomas. I've spoken to an AEG The thrust of the story is that morale has plummeted at the facility in the wake of the falsification of documents charges. Morale was already bad because (1) Ilas any money been allocated for improving MCC as a facility since Epstcin's death? RESPONSE: Yes. examples include money for staff positions at MCC New York (arc we saying we arc adding staff positions in the future or have aim (2) Has there been a hiring surge since Epstein's suicide? RESPONSE: (12?) staff have been hired since January roughly (MI can get exact numbers from his institution' IiRM. I tiny need to confirm with C'el (3) My Chang BOP policies following Epstein's suicide? RESPONSE: will get more info to supplement this: There have been a number of policy changes implemented under a "back to basics" approach it (4) Is it correct that Noel and Thomas were responsible for roughly 50 to 70 inmates the night of the suicide? RESPONSE: The BOP does not comment on matters related to investigations or pending litigation. (5) What is the attrition rate for BOP correctional officers? What's the average length of time a person stays in the job? (NYC-area would be best if it's a RESPONSE: is checking to see if HRM can answer this: if not, then we could say the following We do not have this information readily available. (6) Can you share anything supervisors at MCC have told the rank and file in the wake of these charges? What's the message to overworked, disgruntled RESPONSE: MCC New York has had staff recalls and meeting emphasizing that the institution's leadership understands galls concerns and is doing tht -- Public Information Office Federal Bureau of Prisons SDNY_00015836 Page 3896 Page 312 EFTA01687835 Reuters: Prison Guards Skipped Mandatory Checks Before Epstein Death From To Date 2019/08/10 22:20 Subject: Reuters: Prison Guards Skipped Mandatory Checks Before Epstein Death Attachments: TEXT.htm How do they have this info? Unbelieveable. hups://www.bre itbart.cotn/politics/2019/08/10/report-prison-guards-skipped-mandatory-checks- before-jeffrey-cpsteins-death/ Sent from my Verizon. Samsung Galaxy smartphone SONV_00015837 Page 3908 EFTA01687836 Re: Epstein From To Date Subject: Attachments: 2019/07/31 08:22 Re: Epstein TEXT.htm, Mime.822 SONY_00015838 Page 3912 Page 314 EFTA01687837 Thanks =. Until we receive a final report, we plan to tell the Court that the investigation is ongoing. On Jul 31, 2019, at 7:58 AM, Hi I> wrote: The investigation is nearing completion. He was given an incident report for self mutilation yesterday and is expected to have his DHO hearing in the near future. The original claims against Tartaglione appear unfounded, but we are still awaiting the final report. Thank you, Supervisory Staff Attorney CLC New York Metropolitan Correctional Center 150 Park Row New p: York. New }fork 10007 f: >» ' (USANYS)" 7/30/2019 7:11 PM >» Hi and M, Is the investigation into Jeffrey Epstein's injuries still ongoing? I ask because we have a conference before Judge Berman tomorrow morning, and we expect that he will ask us about what happened at the MCC. If the investigation is still ongoing, we will tell him that. If it has been completed, would you please send us any new reports and whatever documentation sets forth the conclusions that the investigators reached? Thanks Assistant United States Attorney Southern District of New York 1 St. Andrew's Plaza New York. NY 10007 SDNY_000 15839 Page 3913 Page 315 EFTA01687838 From: To: (USANY )" Subject Re: Epstein Sent Wed, 31 Jul 201912:21:38 +0000 (USANYS)" Thanks . Until we receive a final report, we plan to tell the Court that the investigation is ongoing. On Jul 31, 2019, at 7:58 AM, Hi > wrote: The investigation is nearing completion. He was given an incident report for self mutilation yesterday and is expected to have his DHO hearing in the near future. The original claims against Tartaglione appear unfounded, but we are still awaiting the final report. Thank you, Supervisory Staff Attorney CLC New York Metropolitan Correctional Center 150 Park Row New York. New York 10007 P:, 1: >>>' (USANYS)„ >7/30/20197:11 PM >» Hi and Is the investigation into Jeffrey Epstein's injuries still ongoing? I ask because we have a conference before Judge Berman tomorrow morning, and we expect that he will ask us about what happened at the MCC. If the investigation is still ongoing, we will tell him that. If it has been completed, would you please send us any new reports and whatever documentation sets forth the conclusions that the investigators reached? Thanks Assistant United States Attorney Southern District of New York 1 St. Andrew's Plaza New York. NY 10007 SDNY_0001 5840 Page 316 EFTA01687839 Re: Epstein From To Date 2019/08/27 08:46 Subject: Re: Epstein Attachments: TEXT.htm Hi a Just a heads-up that Judge Berman invited the Warden and Ito the hearing this morning. The Warden declined because of another meeting and asked to meet the Judge at a later date, but I'll be attending. I asked if Judge Berman's expectation was for me to sit at counsel's table or in the galley, but she never responded. In that case, I defer to you unless we hear otherwise when we get there. Thanks, Staff Attorney CLC New York Metropolitan Correctional Center 150 Park Row New York, NY 10007 t >> > ' (USANYS)" < > 7/30/2019 7:11 PM >>> Hi and Is the investigation into Jeffrey Epstein's injuries still ongoing? I ask because we have a conference before Judge Berman tomorrow morning, and we expect that he will ask us about what happened at the MCC. If the investigation is still ongoing, we will tell him that. If it has been completed, would you please send us any new reports and whatever documentation sets forth the conclusions that the investigators reached? Thanks, Assistant United States Attorney Southern District of New York 1 St. Andrew's Plaza New York NY 10007 SDNY_00015841 Page 3919 EFTA01687840 Re: Epstein From To (USANYS)" Date 2019/08/27 08:50 Subject: Re: Epstein Attachments: TEXT.htm, Mime.822 M Thanks very much for letting us know. Would you please give me a call on my cell when you have a moment? It's On Aug 27, 2019, at 8:46 AM, Hi ci > wrote: Just a heads-up that Judge Berman invited the Warden and I to the hearing this morning. The Warden declined because of another meetin and asked to meet the Judge at a later date, but I'll be attending. I asked if Judge Berman's expectation was for me to sit at counsel's table or in the galley, but she never responded. In that case, I defer to you unless we hear otherwise when we get there. Thanks, Staff Attorney CLC Ncw York Metropolitan Correctional Center 150 Park Row N 0007 P: f: >>> "Comey, PM >» Hi and M. (USANY II cS) 7/30/2019 7:11 Is the investigation into Jeffrey Epstein's injuries still ongoing? I ask because we have a conference before Judge Berman tomorrow morning, and we expect that he will ask us about what happened at the MCC. If the investigation is still ongoing, we will tell him that. If it has been completed, would you please send us any new reports and whatever documentation sets forth the conclusions that the investigators reached? Thanks, • • SDNY_00015842 Page 3923 EFTA01687841 nnaurene Assistant United States Attorney Southern District of New York 1 St. Andrew's Plaza New York. NY 10007 SD NY _000151343 Page 3924 EFTA01687842 From: U ANY To: (USANYS)" < Subject: Re: Epstein Sent: Tue, 27 Aug 2019 12:49:57 +0000 Hi (USANYS)" Thanks very much for letting us know. Would you please give me a call on my cell when you have a moment? It's On Aug 27, 2019, at 8:46 AM, >>> Hi > wrote: Just a heads-up that Judge Berman invited the Warden and Ito the hearing this morning. The Warden declined because of another meeting and asked to meet the Judge at a later date, but I'll be attending. I asked if Judge Berman's expectation was for me to sit at counsel's table or in the galley, but she never responded. In that case, I defer to you unless we hear otherwise when we get there. Thanks, Staff Attorney CLC New York Metropolitan Correctional Center 150 Park Row 0007 1: P:, ni SANYS)" ‹ > 7/30/2019 7:11 PM >» Hi and Is the investigation into Jeffrey Epstein's injuries still ongoing? I ask because we have a conference before Judge Berman tomorrow morning, and we expect that he will ask us about what happened at the MCC. If the investigation is still ongoing, we will tell him that. If it has been completed, would you please send us any new reports and whatever documentation sets forth the conclusions that the investigators reached? 1. i hanks Assistant United States Attorney Southern District of New York 1 St. Andrew's Plaza New York, NY 10007 SDNY_0001 5844 EFTA01687843 Jeffrey Epstein, 76318-054 From "Jonathan Savella" To MIM, Jonathan Savella Date 2019/07/22 23:00 Subject: Jeffrey Epstein, 76318-054 MCC Paralegal_Shonigman.pdf, Attachments: Mime.822 Mr. M Samanta Honigman is coming on as a paralegal in Mr. Epstein's case. Her application is attached. Please call me if you have any questions or concerns. Thanks for all your help. Jonathan Savella, Esq. 810 Seventh Ave., Ste. 620 New Yor NY 10019 SDNY_00015845 Page 3930 EFTA01687844 METROPOLITAN DETENTION CENTER 100 291H STREET BROOKLYN, NEW YORK 11232 (718) 840-4200 Dear Sir/Madam: METROPOLITAN CORRECTIONAL CENTER 150 PARK ROW NEW YORK, NEW YORK 10007 We are in receipt of your request that you, or a person whom you emply or supervise, be allowed to visit and correspond in relation to legal matters with 3G0 rtui ?SIT; , Federal Register Number 7 ci 19- 091 In order for such visiting or correspondence to be conducted, we must request that you, or your employee or your student, complete and sign the enclosed questionnaire. Please answer the questionnaire, and ensure that all sections are completed. In addition, we must request that the sponsoring attorney execute the Attorney's Statement at the end of the questionnaire. Please return the form upon completion, either by regular or overnight mail. **BE ADVISED THAT APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED AT THE FRONT LOBBY OF THE INSTITUTION. APPLICATIONS SENT TO THIS OFFICE VIA FACSIMILE WILL BE DESTROYED UPON RECEIPT, ONLY ORIGINAL APPLICATIONS WILL BE PROCESSED.** The information supplied on this questionnaire may be used for investigative purposes in determining whether to grant this request to visit and correspond with inmates. The processing of the applications takes a minimum of 14 days from the date of receipt. jt is your responsibility to contact the Legal Department to ascertain whether youtor your employee or student, will be allowed to visit or correspond with the above-referenced inmate. Upon approval, the applicants ad mittan ce_to_enter will end re (I) year from the applicants date of approval. It Is the applicant's responsibility to reapply upon their expiration. Page 1 of 10 lobed NOVO SDNY_00015846 EFTA01687845 GENERA I. This information is provided pursuant to Public Law 93-579, the Privacy Act of December 31,1974. PURPOSES & USES The information you supply may be used as a basis for an investigation regarding your correspondence with 3a-rits erosi4-;n , Federal Register Number 1(0 'N 16 - 0 S Li . In the process of conducting the investigation, the Bureau of Prisons may disclose the information to federal, state, orlocal law enforcement agencies. EFFECTS OF NONDISCLOSURE You are not required to supply the information requested on the attached questionnaire. If you do not furnish the information requested, the processing of your request will be suspended, and you will receive no further consideration. If you furnish only part of the information required, the processing of your request will be attempted; however, it may be significantly delayed. If the information withheld is found to be essential to processing your request properly, you will be so informed, and your request will receive no further consideration unless you supply the missing information. Although no penalties are authorized for failure to supply the requested information, failure to supply the information could result in your not being considered for or allowed admittance to the institution or correspondence privileges with the inmate in question. Page 2 of 10 Noised 7/0148 SONY 00015847 EFTA01687846 )1if% PARALEGAL* (See Page 5) K INTERPRETER K PRIVATE INVESTIGATOR (See Page 9) O MITIGATION SPECIALIST (See Page 10) °OTHER APPLICATION TO ENTER AN INSTITUTION OR CORRESPOND WITH A FEDERAL PRISONER AS THE REPRESENTATIVE OF A LICENSED ATTORNEY. This form has three parts: 1.Ouestionnaire: This questionnaire is to be completed by each paralegal, legal assistant, clerk, student, interpreter, mitigation specialist or private investigator who seeks to enter an institution of the Federal Bureau of Prisons to visit or correspond with a federal prisoner as the representative of a licensed attorney. This application will not be processed unless this questionnaire with the original signature is received at the Legal Department. 2. Certification: Each person seeking to enter a federal institution to visit or correspond with a federal prisoner must sign the certification which follows the questionnaire. 3. Attorney's Statement: The licensed attorney sponsoring you must sign the sponsoring statement. This application will not be processed if the Attorney's Sponsoring Statement is not signed. OUESTIONNAIRE NOTE: Answer all questions. If a question does not apply to you , write "Not Applicable" in the space provided for the answer. I. Name: S os iail wl lkonietYflayt A: Any alias or other name ever used: Name: NIA When Used: NIA 2. A. Social Security Number: B. Date of Birth: C. Place of Birth: D. Sex: kraal E. Race: 1.4:11CYI o Page 3 of 10 tithed 241/00 SDNY_00015848 EFTA01687847 3. A. Present Residential Address: B. Length of time at this address: I l vvtontlis C. Home telephone number: Mi ll D. List all residential addresses (including street and number, city and state) for the last five (5) years and dates you resided at each address: Addresses Dates 4. A. Present Place of Employment: L-Qt.0 0; 4.,ce. ir Mott Pernidn I. Name of immediate supervisor: Rtxrck FerrAtl / lotikaWbvi Sam ila. IL Employer's business address: 810 SeVegtk Avtlft Ve i 6+d 67.0 Mau lorY i NY 10019 III. Employer's telephone number: V 2 "i9,4,- 2.; tic resewl- IIII. Dates of Employment: 7120l4 -- B. List all previous employers for the past five (5) years, including employers' addresses and dates of your employment with each employer: TMPLOYER ADDRESS DATES OF EMPLOYMENT 5. A. List all schools, universities, or other educational institutions attended from grade Page 4 of 10 Rntst1/411118 SONY 00015849 EFTA01687848 10 to present (this should include any and all legal training that you have received): SCHOOL ADDRFSS liFf:RPP R. TIATF Rrrcivrn *B. Paralegal entrance privileges are ONLY extended to paralegals in the employ of the sponsoring attorney, not self-employed paralegals who are consulted by attorneys, Paralegal applications require the applicant A) be a current law school student or graduate B) provide a copy of their paralegal certificate or C) have a minimum of (6) months experience as a paralegal working with their sponsoring attorney AND provide a letter from the sponsoring attorney stating the applicant's duties. 6. Have you ever been convicted of ANY criminal offense? No If so. complete the following. You may exclude any convictions for minor traffic violations (fine of $150.00 or less) OFFENSE PATE OF CONVICTION NAME & LOCATION OF COURT 7. Have you ever been confined in any jail, prison or penal institution? NI If so, complete the following: Type of Institution Location (State, Federal, Municipal County) pates of Confinement Page 5 of 10 Revised 2101/08 SDNY_000 15850 EFTA01687849 8. Have you ever been charged with a criminal offense? If yes, please briefly summarize circumstances and legal disposition of the case. No 9. A Have you ever been denied permission to visit or correspond with an inmate by an institution within the Federal Bureau of Prisons (social or legal)? 040 13. If so, state the institution(s), inmate(s) and date(s) of denial. 10. Are you a citizen of the United States? A. 1e5 If not, give the name of the country of which you are a citizen or subject: B. Alien Registration Number: C. 11. Are you a relative of or have a social relationship with the inmate(s) you are seeking to visit with at the MDC/ MCC? If yes, explain relationship. No 12. Are you currently on, or seeking to be placed on the social visiting list of any inmate(s) housed at a federal institution? No Page 6 of 10 Rout/ MOO SONY 00015851 EFTA01687850 STATEMENT OF APPLICANT I certify that I am authorized to act as the legal representative of Marc- n;dik who is a licensed member of the bar of the State of New lork I request that I be allowed to interview and correspond with 3 eC Cteki c OSkCAA Federal Register Number 763 I 8 - 05 who is confined at the MDC/ MCC. I am aware of my responsibility as a representative of the above-named attorney and certify that I am able to meet this responsibility. I am also aware of the Bureau of Prisons' Policy on Inmate Legal Activities and certify that I am able to and will adhere to the requirements of this policy. I pledge to abide by Bureau of Prisons regulations and institution guidelines. I hereby certify that all of the information contained in this questionnaire is true and correct to the best of my knowledge. Furthermore, I understand that all information contained in this questionnaire may be investigated and verified through the use of federal, state and local authorities. Applicant's printed name: Sarno nta Hon \Doman Applicant's signature: Date Completed: 3 011 0.010( Private Investigators must submit a copy of their Private Investigators Certificate and Private Investigator's photo identification. Page 7 of 10 Raised 24118 SONY 00015852 EFTA01687851 STATEMENT OF SPONSORING ATTORNEY I hereby certify that I am a licensed member of the bar of the State of New York and that I employ or supervise Samanta Honlaman I authorize Samanta Honisman to represent me and request that as my representative she/he be allowed to interview and correspond with Jeffrey Epstein Federal Register Number 76318-054 who is currently confined at MDC Brooklyn/ MCC New York. I further certify that Samanta Honigman is aware of the responsibility of her/his role as my representative and is able to meet this responsibility. I pledge that I will supervise my representative's activities. I accept personal and professional responsibility for all acts of my representative which affect the institution. its inmates or staff. Attorney's printed name: Jonathan &wells Address: 810 Seventh Ave., Ste. 620 / New York, NY 10019 Telephone Number: Attorney's Signature: Date Completed: 28 .Qade y-iddiaoier Page 8 of 10 Reline/ 2101/011 SDNY_00015853 EFTA01687852 UPDATE: Media inquiry - due today - NY Daily News - re: conditions at MCC NY post- Epstein From To Date Subject: Attachments: 2019/12/06 15:34 UPDATE: Media inquiry - due today - NY Daily News - re: conditions at MCC NY post-Epstein TEXT.htm Here is an updated version for the moment Reporter: Stephen Brown - NY DAILY NEWS Questions & Proposed Responses: Hello, I'm working on a story about morale at MCC in Manhattan in the wake of charges against Tova Noel and Michael Thomas. I've spoken to an AFGE union official and Thomas's defense attorney. The story will run over the weekend so I'd appreciate a response by COB today. The thrust of the story is that morale has plummeted at the facility in the wake of the falsification of documents charges. Morale was already bad because of staffing issues. The story will also note that the facility itself is in very bad shape and that, according to people I spoke to, there has not been a hiring surge or any major reforms in the wake of Jeffrey Epstein's suicide. (I) Has any money been allocated for improving MCC as a facility since Epstein's death? RESPONSE: Yes, examples include money for staff positions at MCC New York (are Ise saying we are adding staff positions in the future or have already added them and already hired new staff now working there after Epstein's death) and overtime work performed at MCC New York by staff on temporary assignment from other Bureau of Prisons correctional institutions. The BOP has expended over $500,000 bringing staff to MCC New York from other facilities (this year or since Epstein?). (2) Has there been a hiring surge since Epstein's suicide? RESPONSE: 21 staff have been hired since inmate Epstein's death. (I may need to confirm with Central Office's HRM) (3) Any changes in BOP policies following Epstein's suicide? RESPONSE: • will get more info to supplement this: There have been a number of policy changes implemented under a "back to basics" approach in recent months. This includes reviewing video footage to ensure rounds are conducted timely and accurately, lieutenants conducting counts on morning watch, staff conducting reports for inmates housed alone in cells, and increased warden notification and review for inmates placed on suicide watch. (4) Is it correct that Noel and Thomas were responsible for roughly 50 to 70 inmates the night of the suicide? SDNY_00015854 Page 3943 Page 330 EFTA01687853 RESPONSE: The BOP does not comment on matters related to investigations or pending litigation. (5) What is the attrition rate for BOP correctional officers? What's the average length of time a person stays in fisiob? (NYC-area would be best if it's available.) RESPONSE: is checking to see if HRM can answer this; if not, then we could say the following: We do not have this information readily available, but it varies significantly among staff. Some staff have been working at MCC New York for over 30 years. (6) Can you share anything supervisors at MCC have told the rank and file in the wake of these charges? What's the message to overworked, disgruntled correctional officers? RESPONSE: MCC New York has had staff recalls and meetings emphasizing that the institution's leadership understands staffs concerns and is doing the best we can. Staff have been told and regularly see the many staff who are assigned temporarily to MCC New York to assist with shortages in multiple departments at MCC New York from food services to correctional services. As new jobs post and staff see temporary staff coming to alleviate the burdens of overtime work, morale is rising. Public Information Office Federal Bureau of Prisons SONY_00015855 Page 3944 Page 331 EFTA01687854 Richard Epstein, 76318-054 From "Jonathan Savella" To Jonathan Savella Date 2019/07/29 16:01 Subject: Richard Epstein, 76318-054 Attachments: Kellerhals Admission Info.pdf, Mime.822 Mr. M, Would you please add Erika Ann Kellerhals, Esq. to Mr. Epstein's visiting list? She is admitted to the bar in New York State, but she does not have an NY bar ID. I've attached her attorney registration information from E-Courts. Thank you very much. - Jon Jonathan Savella, Esq. 810 Seventh Ave., Ste. 620 New Yor NY 10019 SDNY_000 15856 Page 3957 EFTA01687855 Mail Attachment Kellerhals Admission Info.pdf SDNY_000 15857 Page 3961 EFTA01687856 7/29/2019 Attorney Directory - Attorney Details Attorney Search Attorney Registration Registered In-House Counsel Search In-House Counsel Registration Legal Consultant Registration Resources E-Courts Contact Us New York State Unified Court System a COURTS Attorney Detail as of 07/29/2019 Registration Number: 3983343 E-mail Address: Date Admitted in NY: Appellate Division Department of Admission: Law School: Registration Status: Nest Registration: ERIKA ANN KELLERHALS KELLERHALS FERGUSON KROBLIN PLLC 9053 ESTATE THOMAS SUITE 101 ST THOMAS. VI 00802-3602 United States (340)779-2564 EKELLERHALS@Kellfeccom 10/24/2001 2 BROOKLYN LAW SCHOOL: N.Y.U. 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There arc attorneys who currently use a name that differs from the name under which they were admitted. If you need additional information, please contact the NYS Office of Court Administration. Attorney Registration Unit at 212-428.2800 or agyrcgrnoycourts www.iircourrsoov COURTS LITIGANTS ATTORNEYS JURORS JUDGES CAREERS SEARCH SDNY_00015658 hthas://iapps.coutts.slale.ny.us/atlomey/AttomeyDetails7altomeyld=neuXgR2INWk9nthlkzr6VRA%3D%3D 1/1 EFTA01687857 Media inquiry - due today - NY Dail News - re: conditions at MCC NY post-Epstein From To Date 2019/12/06 15:05 Subject: Media inquiry - due today - NY Daily News - re: conditions at MCC NY post-Epstein Attachments: TEXT.htm Here is a very rough draft for you and your staff to enhance if possible very quickly today. I can then run by and my boss before I answer the reporter. Feel free to tell me if I've said more below from our conversation than may be appropriate to share with media. Thanks, Reporter: Stephen Brown - NY DAILY NEWS Questions & Proposed Responses: Hello, I'm working on a story about morale at MCC in Manhattan in the wake of charges against Tova Noel and Michael Thomas. I've spoken to an AFGE union official and Thomas's defense attorney. The story will run over the weekend so I'd appreciate a response by COB today. The thrust of the story is that morale has plummeted at the facility in the wake of the falsification of documents charges. Morale was already bad because of staffing issues. The story will also note that the facility itself is in very bad shape and that, according to people I spoke to, there has not been a hiring surge or any major reforms in the wake of Jeffrey Epstein's suicide. (1) Has any money been allocated for improving MCC as a facility since Epstein's death? RESPONSE: Yes, examples include money for staff positions at MCC New York (are we saying we are adding staff positions in the future or have already added them and already hired new staff now working there after Epstein's death) and overtime work performed at MCC New York by staff on temporary assignment from other Bureau of Prisons correctional institutions. The BOP has expended over $500,000 bringing staff to MCC New York from other facilities (this year or since Epstein?). (2) Has there been a hiring surge since Epstein's suicide? RESPONSE: (12?) staff have been hired since January roughly (U can get exact numbers from his institution' HRM, I may need to confirm with Central Office's HRM) (3) Any changes in BOP policies following Epstein's suicide? RESPONSE: • will get more info to supplement this: There have been a number of policy changes implemented under a "back to basics" approach in recent months. This includes reviewing video footage to ensure rounds are conducted timely and accurately, lieutenants conducting counts on morning watch, staff conducting reports for inmates housed alone in cells, and increased warden notification and review for inmates • • SDNY_00015859 Page 3977 Page 335 EFTA01687858 placed on suicide watch. (4) Is it correct that Noel and Thomas were responsible for roughly 50 to 70 inmates the night of the suicide? RESPONSE: The BOP does not comment on matters related to investigations or pending litigation. (5) What is the attrition rate for BOP correctional officers? What's the average length of time a person stays in thslob? (NYC-area would be best if it's available.) RESPONSE: is checking to see if HRM can answer this; if not, then we could say the following: We do not have this information readily available, but it varies significantly among staff. Some staff have been working at MCC New York for over 30 years. (6) Can you share anything supervisors at MCC have told the rank and file in the wake of these charges? What's the message to overworked, disgruntled correctional officers? RESPONSE: MCC New York has had staff recalls and meetings emphasizing that the institution's leadership understands staff's concerns and is doing the best we can. Staff have been told and regularly see the many staff who are assigned temporarily to MCC New York to assist with shortages in multiple departments at MCC New York from food services to correctional services. As new jobs post and staff see temporary staff coming to alleviate the burdens of overtime work, morale is rising. Public Information Office Federal Bureau of Prisons SONY_00015860 Page 3978 Page 336 EFTA01687859 Re: Client Jeffre) Epstein (OUT OF OFFICE) From To Date 2019/07/22 15:52 Subject: Re: Client Jeffrey Epstein (OUT OF OFFICE) I will be out of the office for the remainder of the day Monday, July 22, 2019, returning on Tuesday, July 23, 2019 and I will not have access to m email durin this time. Please contact Supervisory Attorney or Staff Attorney if you require immediate assistance. Thank you. Legal Assistant CLC New York Metropolitan Correctional Center 150 Park Row New Yor NY 10007 (P) (F) >>> 07/22/19 15:52 >>> Good afternoon Ms. Colon, I have forwarded your concerns to MCC administrators for consideration. I will get back to you as soon as I can. Thank you, Supervisory Staff Attorney CLC New York Metropolitan Correctional Center 150 Park Row New Yor New York 10007 p: f: >>> Mariel Colon 7/22/2019 12:34 PM >>> Good morning Mr. M, I tried calling you earlier. MySit, Jeffrey Epstein (76318-054 informed me that he had a meeting last Friday with Dr. =, Lieutenant and Mr. where Mr. told our client that he would be allowed to use the bathroom once every hour on the third floor when meeting his attomeys. Yesterday, Officer told my client and I that he would not be allowed to use the bathroom unless a Liutenant could come or unless he sees a memo from Liutenant or Mr. allowing the staff to allow our client to use the bathroom. Mr. •. .. Page 3991 EFTA01687860 nuorde or anyone else make this memo available? Our client also informed us that in that meeting he was told that he was going to have 2 phone calls. So far, no phone calls. Also, can he be allowed to eat in the client attorney room? He spends all of the day meeting with his legal team and an officer told him that if he wanted to eat, he would have to go back to 9south and then he would not be allowed back downstairs. So for the last few days, he's been eating snacks from the vending machines and no proper meal. Thank you in advance for your help. Sincerely, Marie! Colon Miro, Esq. Law Offices of Michael Lambert 369 Lexington Ave. 2 floor PMB#229 New York, NY 10016 (917) 743-7071 NOTICE: This message may contain information that is privileged or confidential. If you receive this transmission in error, please notify the sender by reply e-mail and delete the message and any attachments. SDNY_000 15862 Page 3992 EFTA01687861 Re: Here is the final statement that can send to all media who contacted MCC NY on Epstein last night and this morning From Lupo To Date 2019/07/25 11:40 Subject: Re: Here is the final statement that can send to all media who contacted MCC NY on Epstein last night and this morning Attachments: TEXT.htm SDNY_000 15863 Page 3995 EFTA01687862 Thank you > » 7/25/2019 10:58 AM > » Wow, right as I finished my last email, my boss just gave me the final response that I'll now send to all the reporters who reached out to our public affairs office in Central Office (you can send this to media who contacted you too Jeffrey Epstein is currently housed at MCC New York and not in a local hospital as has been reported. As with all inmates, for privacy and security reasons, we do not share information on an inmate's medical status or their conditions of confinement. Public Information Office of Prisons >>> 7/25/2019 10:54 AM > » This is a heads up that our public affairs office, IPPA leadership, and the Director's office drafted a statement for all Epstein inquiries today that DOJ's public affairs folks are now reviewing. USMS will also see it because they are getting media inquiries and called me. And DM Legislative Affairs team as well as BOP's legislative affairs folks are getting Congressional interest (Members' offices saying we should take better care of him, etc.). The final response to media that will be approved by DOJ should be given to me within the hour and I will send it out to more than 30 reporters who've emailed me. I'll give the response to who can give it to media who've contacted him in. absence s also has been in touch with me to be sure I have all I need). I'll send you all the final approved response from DOJ when I get it. Thanks, Public Information Office F r iBr of Prisons SONV_00015864 Page 3996 EFTA01687863 Re: Reuters: Prison Guards Skipped Mandatory Checks Before Epstein Death From (GAG)" To Date 2019/08/11 09:29 Subject: Re: Reuters: Prison Guards Skipped Mandatory Checks Before Epstein Death Attachments: TEXT.htm, Mime.822 Gentlemen. Do you have time for a quick update call before I leave for my trip with the AG? Does 12 noon work? If there is something new and pressing, we can do a call earlier. On Aug 10, 2019, at 10:20 PM, <I1Hurwitz@bop.gov> wrote: How do they have this info? Unbelieveable. https://www.breitbart.cotn/politics/2019/08/10/report-prison-guards-skipped- mandatory-checks-before-jeffrey-epsteins-death/ Sent from my Verizon. Samsung Galaxy smartphone SONY_000 15865 Page 4053 EFTA01687864 From: To: Cc: Subject: Sent: Sun, 11 Aug 2019 13:29:15 +0000 Re: Reuters: Prison Guards Skipped Mandatory Checks Before Epstein Death Gentlemen. Do you have time for a quick update call before I leave for my trip with the AG? Does 12 noon work? If there is something new and pressing, we can do a call earlier. On Aug 10, 2019, at 10:20 PM, I> wrote: How do they have this info? Unbelieveable. https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2019/08/10/report-prison-guards-skinped-mandatorv-checks-before-jeffrey- eosteins-death/ Sent from my Verizon. Samsung Galaxy smartphone SDNY_00015866 EFTA01687865 Re: Psych Observation 7/8/19 6 pm until 7/10/19 at 9 am re: Epstein, Jeffrey Edward, Reg. No. 73618-054 From To Date 2019/08/12 15 35 Subject: Re: Psych Observation 7/8/19 6 pm until 7/10/19 at 9 am re: Epstein, Jeffrey Edward, Reg. No. 73618-054 Attachments: TEXT.htm When I try to open it says "document cannot be opened because it is corrupted or damaged" Sent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy smartphone Original message From: " Date: 8/12/19 3:33 PM (GMT-05:00) To: Cc: > Subject: Psych Observation 7/8/19 6 pm until 7/10/19 at 9 am re: Epstein, Jeffrey Edward, Reg. No. 73618- 054 >» 08/12/2019 15:33 > » Psych Observation 7/8/19 6 pm until 7/10/19 at 9 am (I/M companion utilized) SDNY_000 15867 Page 4064 Page 343 EFTA01687866 1/M Epstein, Jeffrey #76318-054 From To Date 2019/07/25 06:04 Subject: 1/M Epstein, Jeffrey #76318-054 Attachments: TEXT.htm FYI, Informed by E/W Ops Lieutenant that USMS telephoned Lieutenants office inquiring about VM Epstein's suicide attempt....later received call from E/W OSP #1 indicating that the Daily News was asking questions as well.... SDNY_00015868 Page 4068 EFTA01687867