Less than two weeks prior to Jeffrey Epstein’s death in custody, significant discussions took place between his lawyers and Manhattan federal prosecutors regarding his potential cooperation in ongoing investigations. Newly released investigative files shed light on these interactions.

On July 29, 2019, documents indicate that the FBI and prosecution team met with Epstein’s legal representatives. The meeting primarily revolved around a potential resolution of Epstein’s case and the possibility of his cooperation. An FBI document titled “Epstein Investigation Summary & Timeline” outlines this exchange.

Another document, “Jeffrey Epstein Significant Case Notification,” provided additional insights but was not attributed to a specific agency. It noted, “Defense Counsel did not make a specific proposal, nor did they indicate the nature of Epstein’s cooperation.” The document suggested that the defense team could reach out to the Southern District of New York if Epstein was ready to take responsibility or present a specific resolution proposal.

Epstein was arrested on July 6, 2019, facing serious charges of sex trafficking minors and conspiracy to commit sex trafficking. The indictment alleged that he had sexually abused numerous underage girls by enticing them with money from 2002 to 2005. Furthermore, it stated that he coordinated with employees to procure a continuous supply of victims, some of whom were allegedly paid to recruit additional minors for similar acts.

Despite pleading not guilty, Epstein’s efforts to secure release on house arrest while he awaited trial were denied. On July 23, 2019, just days before the meeting with prosecutors, Epstein was found unconscious in his jail cell. While the circumstances surrounding his neck injuries remain unclear, sources indicated they may have been self-inflicted.

Epstein appeared healthy during a court appearance on July 31, one week after the reported injuries and two days following the crucial meeting with prosecutors. However, on August 10, he was found unconscious in his cell again and was later pronounced dead at a hospital, with authorities ruling the cause of death as suicide.

Notably, Epstein had previously settled allegations of sexual abuse nearly two decades prior. Investigators in Palm Beach, Florida, interviewed several minor victims in 2005 and 2006. The FBI, along with the U.S. Attorney’s Office in South Florida, conducted investigations into these claims, which culminated in a controversial plea deal in 2008. This deal allowed him to evade federal charges by pleading guilty to state prostitution charges, raising significant questions about justice and accountability in cases involving high-profile figures.