Michael Reiter

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person Barry Krischer
Professional conflict
13 Very Strong
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person Jeffrey Epstein
Adversarial
11 Very Strong
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person Jeffrey Epstein
Investigator suspect
8 Strong
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person Barry E. Krischer
Professional conflict
8 Strong
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person Rick Lincoln
Professional peer
8 Strong
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person Jill Reiter
Spouses in divorce proceedings
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person Barry Krischer
Professional adversarial
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person Jeffrey Epstein
Subject of investigation and law enforcement official
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person Peter Elwell
Employee
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person DETECTIVE RECAREY
Business associate
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person Barry Krischer
Unknown
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person Rick Lincoln
Professional peers
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person Katherine Fernandez Rundle
Professional disagreement
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person H.C. Clark II
Professional peers
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person Jeffrey Epstein
Investigator and suspect
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person Peter Elwell
Professional superior subordinate
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person Barry Krischer
Adversarial professional conflict
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person Jill Reiter
Spouse divorcing
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person Mr. Epstein
Law enforcement officer and defendant
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person H.C. Clark II
Acquaintance
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person Jeffrey Epstein
Police chief donor recipient
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person Jeffrey Epstein
Investigative referral
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person Joseph Recarey
Business associate
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person Jeffrey Epstein
Adversarial investigator subject
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person (NAME REMOVED)
Spouses divorcing
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Date Event Type Description Location Actions
N/A N/A Intimidation of police officers (trash theft, surveillance/tailing). Various View
N/A N/A Prosecutors delay approval of subpoenas. Palm Beach County State Att... View
N/A N/A Private investigators picked through Reiter's trash. Reiter's residence View
N/A N/A Reiter's Deposition Unknown View
N/A N/A Private investigators picked through Reiter's trash to discredit him. Reiter's residence (implied) View
N/A N/A Reiter referred the Epstein case to the FBI. N/A View
N/A N/A Harassment of investigators: Stolen trash, tailing vehicles, investigating grade school teachers. Various View
N/A N/A Initial in-person meeting between Michael Reiter and Barry Krischer regarding the Epstein case. Unknown (likely Florida) View
N/A N/A Referral of case to FBI Palm Beach View
N/A N/A Obstruction of investigation process (delaying subpoenas/dodging calls). Palm Beach County View
N/A N/A Prosecutors (Krischer/Belohlavek) obstruct investigation by ignoring calls and delaying subpoenas. Palm Beach County View
N/A N/A Deposition of Michael Reiter Unspecified View
N/A N/A Reiter referred the Epstein case to the FBI to investigate potential federal law violations. N/A View
N/A N/A Private investigators picking through Reiter's trash. Reiter's property View
N/A N/A Following Jeffrey Epstein's indictment, Reiter referred the case to the FBI to investigate potent... Palm Beach View
2012-01-01 N/A Palm Beach Police Foundation Policemen's Ball Mar-a-Lago View
2009-11-23 N/A Videotaped Deposition of Michael Reiter in the civil lawsuit B.B. vs. Epstein. N/A View
2009-01-01 N/A Michael Reiter retires from police force. Palm Beach View
2009-01-01 Legal proceeding PBPD Chief Michael Reiter gave a civil deposition regarding the Epstein case. N/A View
2008-08-12 N/A A meeting was scheduled between Michael Reiter ('Mike') and 'Joyce' on a 'Wednesday' following th... Unspecified View
2008-07-10 N/A Michael Reiter corresponds with 'Margie' regarding media leaks about the plea hearing. Palm Beach View
2008-07-05 N/A Text message sent to Michael Reiter asking about case activity (Saturday before the email). Palm Beach View
2008-01-01 N/A Michael Reiter leaves Palm Beach Police Department Palm Beach View
2006-08-16 N/A Scheduled mediation for the divorce of Michael and Jill Reiter. Not specified View
2006-08-16 N/A Scheduled mediation for Michael and Jill Reiter (based on 'Wednesday' relative to publication date). Unknown View

Jeffrey Epstein Part 03 of 08.pdf

This document is a compilation of FBI internal memos, administrative forms, and news clippings related to the investigation of Jeffrey Epstein between 2006 and 2011. It covers the FBI's monitoring of the state case, the controversial Non-Prosecution Agreement, victim notification procedures, and the prosecution of Epstein's butler, Alfredo Rodriguez, for obstruction of justice. Significant portions include news articles detailing allegations by Virginia Roberts regarding Prince Andrew and the operations of the MC2 modeling agency.

Fbi files, news clippings, and administrative forms
2025-12-26

Jeffrey Epstein Part 01 of 08.pdf

This document contains FBI administrative records and a significant collection of newspaper clippings regarding the 2005-2006 Palm Beach Police investigation into Jeffrey Epstein. It includes an FBI request to open a child prostitution case in July 2006, a redacted probable cause affidavit mentioning a houseman's testimony, and subpoenas for a Grand Jury. The bulk of the content comes from Palm Beach Post articles detailing the friction between the police and the State Attorney's office, the recruitment of underage girls by Haley Robson, and Epstein's high-profile connections.

Fbi electronic communications, police affidavits, court orders, and newspaper clippings
2025-12-26

Epstein_Part_17_(Redacted).pdf

This document contains several newspaper clippings from The Palm Beach Post in late July and early August 2006, detailing Jeffrey Epstein's arrest and indictment for soliciting prostitution. The articles cover his booking, release on bond, his attorney Jack Goldberger's claims of a 'distorted view' from police, and background information on Epstein's properties, social connections, and past legal troubles. The clippings also mention the involvement of State Attorney Barry Krischer and Palm Beach Police Chief Michael Reiter in the case.

Newspaper clippings
2025-12-26

060.pdf

This document is a response filed by Palm Beach Newspapers, Inc. (The Palm Beach Post) to an emergency petition for writ of certiorari by Jeffrey Epstein. The Post argues that the trial court correctly unsealed a Non-Prosecution Agreement (NPA) and its addendum related to Epstein's solicitation of minors, asserting that the documents were improperly sealed in the first instance and that no valid legal basis exists for their continued closure.

Legal pleading (response to petition for writ of certiorari)
2025-12-26

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This legal document details the early stages of the state's investigation and prosecution of Jeffrey Epstein, beginning in 2005. It describes the evidence found by the Palm Beach Police Department (PBPD) at Epstein's home and the subsequent transfer of the case to the State Attorney's Office, led by Barry Krischer. The document highlights significant disagreements between prosecutors, like Lanna Belohlavek, and the PBPD over the strength of the evidence and the appropriate charges, as well as the defense team's efforts to undermine victim credibility and the plea negotiations that occurred.

Legal document
2025-11-20

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This document appears to be a page from a DOJ report (likely the OPR report) detailing the structure of Florida law enforcement and the background of U.S. Attorney R. Alexander Acosta. It outlines the roles of the Palm Beach State Attorney and Sheriff's Office, Acosta's professional history, and his direct involvement in negotiating Jeffrey Epstein's controversial Non-Prosecution Agreement (NPA) and subsequent state plea deal.

Government report / court exhibit
2025-11-20

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This document is a faxed printout of a news article describing the conflict between the Palm Beach Police (Chief Reiter) and the State Attorney's office regarding the prosecution of Jeffrey Epstein. It details the police chief's frustration with the lenient plea deal and initial indictment, the involvement of high-profile lawyers like Kenneth Starr, and Epstein's claims of anti-Semitism. The text also describes Epstein's home environment, possession of firearms (Glock), and lists several female associates including Haley Robson and Sarah Kellen.

News article/media printout (faxed)
2025-11-20

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A newspaper clipping from the Palm Beach Post detailing the defense strategy of Jeffrey Epstein's attorneys, Goldberger and Roy Black. The defense accuses the Palm Beach Police Department, led by Chief Michael Reiter, of distorting the case in the media and giving a 'childish performance.' The article highlights conflicts between the Police Chief and State Attorney Barry Krischer regarding the handling of the grand jury and the credibility of the accusers, whom the defense explicitly calls 'liars' with histories of drug abuse.

Newspaper article clipping
2025-11-19

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An FBI file containing a newspaper clipping from the Palm Beach Post dated August 8, 2006. The article details the defense strategy of Jeffrey Epstein's legal team, led by Jack Goldberger and publicist Dan Klores, who publicly denied allegations of sex with minors and attacked the credibility of the accusers. The article also notes that Police Chief Michael Reiter referred the case to the FBI after a grand jury indicted Epstein on lesser charges than the police sought.

Newspaper clipping / fbi fd-350 form
2025-11-19

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A newspaper article profiling Palm Beach Police Chief Michael Reiter amidst his conflict with State Attorney Barry Krischer regarding the Jeffrey Epstein case. Reiter is described by colleagues as a man of high integrity and professionalism who pushed for Epstein to face serious charges and referred the case to the FBI due to perceived mishandling by the State Attorney. The article also details Reiter's history with the department, including high-profile investigations involving the Kennedy family.

Newspaper article clipping
2025-11-19

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An FBI file clipping from The Palm Beach Post dated August 14, 2006, detailing the conflict between Palm Beach Police Chief Michael Reiter and Jeffrey Epstein's legal team following Epstein's indictment for felony solicitation of prostitution. The article highlights personal attacks by Epstein's lawyers against Reiter, calling him 'childish' and a 'loose cannon,' while also reporting on Reiter's ongoing divorce proceedings. The document is part of a larger file with classification number 31E-MM-108062.

Newspaper clipping / fbi form fd-350
2025-11-19

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This newspaper article details the legal maneuvering surrounding the Jeffrey Epstein case, specifically regarding a failed plea deal and a subsequent polygraph test where Epstein allegedly passed regarding knowledge of the girls' ages. It highlights allegations of witness intimidation, police reports of harassment by private investigators, and the involvement of high-profile attorneys. The article also mentions Epstein's connections to powerful figures like Bill Clinton and Donald Trump, and discusses the public perception of preferential treatment for wealthy defendants.

Newspaper article (the palm beach post)
2025-11-19

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An FBI clipping of a Palm Beach Post article from July 29, 2006, detailing how Alan Dershowitz, representing Jeffrey Epstein, provided the State Attorney's office with damaging information from MySpace to discredit teenage accusers. The article highlights a conflict between Police Chief Michael Reiter, who wanted more serious charges, and the State Attorney's office, which secured a lesser indictment for solicitation. It also mentions intimidation tactics including private investigators following a victim's father and bribery attempts to stop witnesses from cooperating.

Fbi fd-350 form (news clipping)
2025-11-19

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A 2006 Palm Beach Post article detailing the police investigation into Jeffrey Epstein, highlighting conflicts between Police Chief Reiter and the State Attorney's office. The article describes evidence collection methods including trash pulls and airport surveillance, details the role of recruiter Haley Robson and assistant Sarah Kellen, and notes a returned $90,000 donation from Epstein to the police department. It also lists Epstein's high-profile connections to figures like Bill Clinton and Donald Trump.

Newspaper article (the palm beach post)
2025-11-19

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This document is an FBI filing (FD-350) containing a newspaper clipping from The Palm Beach Post dated July 26, 2006. The article details the indictment of Jeffrey Epstein for felony solicitation of prostitution following a long investigation by the Palm Beach Police Department, which involved trash sifting and surveillance. It notably highlights a conflict between Police Chief Michael Reiter and State Attorney Barry Krischer regarding the handling of the charges, as police believed there was probable cause for more serious charges involving minors.

Fbi form fd-350 (newspaper clipping)
2025-11-19

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This document is a page from a book (Chapter 18) describing the October 20, 2005, police raid on Jeffrey Epstein's Palm Beach home on El Brillo Way. It details Detective Recarey serving the warrant to Epstein's houseman while officers discover incriminating evidence, including photos of naked girls, massage equipment, sexual paraphernalia, and hidden cameras. The document is stamped with a House Oversight Committee identifier.

Book excerpt / evidence document (house oversight committee production)
2025-11-19

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This document is an excerpt (pages 66-67) from a narrative book, likely 'Filthy Rich' by James Patterson, included in House Oversight files. It details Chief Michael Reiter reviewing evidence on October 3, 2005, specifically noting that Wendy Dobbs procured six underage girls for Epstein and that phone numbers were recovered from trash at El Brillo way. The text mentions a victim named Alison alleging a rape-like encounter and describes detectives Recarey and Frick visiting a potential witness named Jenny.

Book excerpt / narrative non-fiction (likely from 'filthy rich' by james patterson) contained in house oversight committee records
2025-11-19

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This document appears to be a scanned excerpt (pages 30-31) from a book or narrative report submitted as evidence to the House Oversight Committee. It details the culture of wealthy residents donating to the Palm Beach Police Department, specifically highlighting a 2004 incident where Jeffrey Epstein personally delivered a $90,000 donation for a firearms simulator. The text notes that Police Chief Michael Reiter felt something was 'off' about Epstein during this interaction.

Book excerpt / evidence document (house oversight committee)
2025-11-19

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This document appears to be a page from a book by James Patterson (likely 'Filthy Rich') submitted as evidence to the House Oversight Committee. It narrates an event where Noel St. Pierre, a trash collector or worker, retrieves a scrap of paper from Jeffrey Epstein's garbage containing the names 'Wendy Dobbs' and 'Mary' and turns it over to a detective to be brought to Chief Reiter. St. Pierre notes the youth of the girls he has seen at Epstein's house and expresses a desire to help stop Epstein.

Book excerpt / narrative account (evidence submission)
2025-11-19

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This document appears to be a scanned page from a non-fiction book (likely 'Filthy Rich' or similar) included in House Oversight evidence files. It profiles Palm Beach Police Chief Michael Reiter in March 2005, detailing his career progression and the political nature of his role. The text also references the atmosphere of Palm Beach, noting the presence of 9/11 hijackers in the area and a specific location at 251 Sunrise that closed in 2004.

Book excerpt / evidentiary document
2025-11-19

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A newspaper clipping from the Palm Beach Post reporting on the aftermath of a grand jury decision regarding Jeffrey Epstein. Defense attorney Jack Goldberger accuses the Palm Beach Police Department and Chief Michael Reiter of distorting the case in the media to embarrass Epstein after the grand jury found insufficient evidence. The article highlights tension between Chief Reiter and State Attorney Barry Krischer, referencing a May 1st letter where Reiter asked Krischer to disqualify himself.

Newspaper article clipping
2025-11-19

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This document is an FBI filing (FD-350) containing a newspaper clipping from the Palm Beach Post dated August 8, 2006. The article details the public defense strategy of Jeffrey Epstein's legal team, led by attorney Jack Goldberger and publicist Dan Klores, who labeled accusers as liars and denied any sex with minors occurred. The article notes that Palm Beach Police Chief Michael Reiter referred the case to the FBI after a grand jury indicted Epstein on solicitation rather than more serious charges, despite an 11-month investigation.

Newspaper clipping / fbi form fd-350
2025-11-19

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This article details the friction between the Palm Beach Police Department and the State Attorney's Office during the initial investigation into Jeffrey Epstein in 2006. It outlines the police department's desire for harsher charges against Epstein, Sarah Kellen, and associate 'Robson,' contrasting this with the prosecutors' pursuit of a plea deal and the eventual lesser grand jury indictment for solicitation. The document also notes the return of political donations by police and New York politicians, and defense attorney Jack Goldberger's strategy of attacking the credibility of the victims.

Newspaper article
2025-11-19

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This article details the support Palm Beach Police Chief Michael Reiter received from colleagues regarding his professionalism and integrity, particularly in relation to his handling of the Jeffrey Epstein investigation and his conflict with State Attorney Barry Krischer. It highlights Reiter's background, including his education, previous high-profile investigations (David Kennedy, William Kennedy Smith), and praise from officials like Town Manager Peter Elwell and other police chiefs.

Newspaper article / clipping
2025-11-19

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An FBI clipping of a Palm Beach Post article dated August 14, 2006, detailing the conflict between Jeffrey Epstein's defense team and Palm Beach Police Chief Michael Reiter. The article outlines Epstein's lawyers' accusations that Reiter is a 'loose cannon' acting out of 'craziness,' while also touching on Reiter's personal divorce proceedings. The clipping is filed under FBI classification 31E-MM-108062.

Newspaper clipping (fbi form fd-350)
2025-11-19
Total Received
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Total Paid
$0.00
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Net Flow
$1,004,000.00
13 total transactions
Date Type From To Amount Description Actions
N/A Received University of Pit... Michael Reiter $20,000.00 Reiter's annual salary for a patrol job at the ... View
N/A Received University of Pit... Michael Reiter $20,000.00 Annual salary for patrol job View
N/A Received University of Pit... Michael Reiter $20,000.00 Annual salary for patrol job before joining Pal... View
N/A Received Town of Palm Beach Michael Reiter $144,000.00 Reiter's salary as the town's top cop (Police C... View
N/A Received University of Pit... Michael Reiter $20,000.00 Reiter's annual salary for a patrol job at the ... View
N/A Received University of Pit... Michael Reiter $20,000.00 Reiter's annual salary for a patrol job at the ... View
N/A Received Town of Palm Beach Michael Reiter $144,000.00 Annual salary View
N/A Received Town of Palm Beach Michael Reiter $144,000.00 Reiter's salary as the town's top cop (Police C... View
2001-03-01 Received Town of Palm Beach Michael Reiter $144,000.00 Reiter's annual salary as the town's top cop (P... View
2001-03-01 Received Town of Palm Beach Michael Reiter $144,000.00 Reiter's annual salary as the town's top cop (P... View
2001-03-01 Received Town of Palm Beach Michael Reiter $144,000.00 Reiter's annual salary as the town's top cop (P... View
1981-01-01 Received University of Pit... Michael Reiter $20,000.00 Reiter's patrol job salary at the University of... View
1981-01-01 Received University of Pit... Michael Reiter $20,000.00 Reiter's patrol job salary at the University of... View
As Sender
52
As Recipient
6
Total
58

Epstein Case Referral

From: Michael Reiter
To: FBI

Referred case to FBI to determine if federal laws were violated.

Referral
N/A

Pressure to drop case

From: Community members
To: Michael Reiter

Comments questioning why he was investigating a 'Palm Beacher' and warning it was a bad career move.

Comments
N/A

Police Donations

From: Michael Reiter
To: Attorneys/Court

Acknowledged Epstein's donations and the return of funds.

Deposition
N/A

Epstein's plea deal and incarceration

From: Michael Reiter
To: Unknown legal entity

Stated that Epstein, a billionaire with powerful friends, received special treatment.

Deposition
N/A

Epstein investigation

From: Michael Reiter
To: Legal Proceeding

Stated Epstein received special treatment due to powerful friends.

Deposition
N/A

Recusal

From: Michael Reiter
To: Barry E. Krischer

Asked Krischer to remove himself from the case.

Request
N/A

Recusal from a case

From: Michael Reiter
To: county's top prosecutor

Reiter wrote to the county's top prosecutor suggesting he/she should get off a case.

Letter
N/A

Recusal from a case

From: Michael Reiter
To: county's top prosecutor

Reiter wrote to the county's top prosecutor suggesting he/she should get off a case.

Letter
N/A

Epstein's plea deal and incarceration

From: Michael Reiter
To: Unknown legal entity

Stated that Epstein, a billionaire with powerful friends, received special treatment.

Deposition
N/A

Request for recusal

From: Michael Reiter
To: Barry E. Krischer

Accused prosecutors of giving Epstein special treatment and asked Krischer to remove himself from the case.

Letter/request
N/A

Recusal request

From: Michael Reiter
To: Barry Krischer

Asking Krischer to recuse himself from the case.

Letter
N/A

Epstein Investigation

From: Michael Reiter
To: state attorney

Reiter informed the attorney about the investigation into a 'noteworthy person' involving underage females and requested close coordination.

Meeting
N/A

Dropping/altering the investigation

From: Various Socialites
To: Michael Reiter

Conversations on the 'cocktail-party circuit' suggesting the police approach the case differently.

Conversations
N/A

Recusal

From: Michael Reiter
To: Barry Krischer

Asking Krischer to recuse himself from the case.

Letter
N/A

Special Treatment

From: Michael Reiter
To: Barry E. Krischer

Accused prosecutors of giving Epstein special treatment and asked Krischer to remove himself.

Statement
N/A

FBI investigation

From: Michael Reiter
To: FBI

Requested an FBI investigation to determine if federal laws were broken.

Request
N/A

Attempt to discuss case

From: Michael Reiter
To: Barry Krischer

Reiter attempted to call Krischer, but calls were not returned.

Call
N/A

Initial briefing on Epstein case

From: Michael Reiter
To: Barry Krischer

In-person discussion where Reiter informed Krischer about the serious nature of the case, multiple victims, and the high profile of the suspect.

Meeting
N/A

Epstein's plea deal and incarceration

From: Michael Reiter
To: Unknown legal entity

Stated that Epstein, a billionaire with powerful friends, received special treatment.

Deposition
N/A

Stopping the investigation

From: Prominent Palm Beach p...
To: Michael Reiter

The politician told Reiter the investigation was unnecessary, the case was minor, and the victims were not believable due to their lifestyles.

Meeting
N/A

Investigative updates

From: Michael Reiter
To: STATE ATTORNEY'S OFFICE

Unreturned calls regarding the Epstein case

Call
2025-05-01

Epstein Investigation

From: Michael Reiter
To: Civil suit attorneys

Nine-hour deposition regarding the investigation and obstruction by State Attorney/DOJ.

Deposition
2010-07-01

N/A

From: Margie
To: Michael Reiter

Margie sent a text message to Michael Reiter on a Saturday asking about activity in the Epstein case, which Reiter confirmed was the plea deal.

Text message
2008-10-07

N/A

From: Margie
To: Michael Reiter

Margie sent a text message to Michael Reiter on a Saturday asking about activity in the Epstein case, which Reiter confirmed was the plea deal.

Text message
2008-10-07

No Subject

From: Margie
To: Michael Reiter

A text message sent on a Saturday asking what the activity in the Epstein case was about, mentioned in Reiter's email.

Text message
2008-07-01

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