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Synopsis: On July 23, 2019, at 1:27 a.m., staff responded to a call for assistance in the
Special Housing Unit (SHU). Upon arrival, the Operations Lieutenant found inmate
Epstein, Jeffrey, Register No. 76318-054, lying on the floor in a fetal position. The
Lieutenant called out to the inmate; however, he did not respond and she noticed red
marks on his neck. The inmate was placed in hand restraints and escorted to the
Suicide Cell and placed on Suicide Watch. While on watch, the inmate indicated that
his cell mate had attempted to kill him and had been harassing him and he had informed
his Attorney of this matter.
Medical Assessment: The inmate was medically assessed at 6:30 a.m., by the
Physician Assistant and his findings were as follows:
He is ambulatory, oriented x 3. In no apparent distress, smiling during this clinical
encounter. Alleges, that he does not know what happened. Cannot explain the marks on
his neck. Responded: "I don't know".
He does not want to talk of the events leading to the marks on his neck.
He does not look in any distress or pain.
Has a circular line of erythema at the base of the neck. Reaching 2/3 of the neck
circumference, 2 inches wide, sparing the back of the neck. Has one section of this
erythema in the front with marks of friction.
No inflammation, no deformities, no hematomas, no lacerations, no tenderness. Patient
moving his neck without any restriction. Denies having any pain or discomfort. Denies
any respiratory problem.
Has another small erythema on left knee about 2cm in diameter (mild).
Psychologist Assessment: He was evaluated on today at 9:10 a.m., and it has been
determined he will remain on Suicide Watch for further observation.
Current Status: At this time, we are reviewing his case for placement in the general
population in Unit 7 South. We are currently looking for the appropriate cell mate.
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