The Death of Jeffrey Epstein: What’s Known and What Comes Next

Jeffrey Epstein’s death five weeks after his arrest raises numerous questions about the closely watched case that charged the financier with molesting underage girls and sex trafficking. Here’s a look at what’s known and what could come next.

What Happened

Epstein was found unresponsive in his Manhattan jail cell about 6:30 a.m. Saturday after an apparent suicide attempt. The U.S. Bureau of Prisons said life-saving measures were started, and emergency services were summoned as staff continued to try to revive him. The 66-year-old was taken to a hospital where he was pronounced dead. While various media reports said he hanged ...