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Epstein's Sulphuric Acid Purchase Linked to Trafficking Probe

2/11/2026

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Epstein's Sulphuric Acid Purchase

Jeffrey Epstein, a convicted sex offender, purchased 330 gallons of sulphuric acid for Little St. James on June 12, 2018, for £4,373, with six 55-gallon drums intended for a water purification system, coinciding with the FBI's trafficking investigation.
The files also contain emails suggesting connections between Epstein and individuals, including former royal Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, who shared confidential information with him.
Epstein died in jail in 2019 while awaiting trial.

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Trump Supports Law Enforcement

U.S. President Donald Trump actively supported law enforcement against Jeffrey Epstein as early as 2006, per a newly released FBI document.
During a phone call with Palm Beach Police Chief Michael Reiter, he expressed gratitude for police intervention and warned about Epstein's alleged predatory behavior.
He highlighted Ghislaine Maxwell's role, labeling her as "evil."
The document also shows Trump's stance occurred before Epstein's crimes drew national attention.

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Historical Context

Jeffrey Epstein's arrest in 2019 for sex trafficking followed a controversial 2008 plea deal that allowed him to serve only 13 months for similar charges. His connections to powerful figures, including Donald Trump, raised concerns about systemic failures in the justice system. Epstein's death in custody on August 10, 2019, sparked widespread speculation and calls for accountability, impacting ongoing discussions about sexual abuse and trafficking laws.

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Epstein's Sulphuric Acid Purchase

Jeffrey Epstein, a convicted sex offender, purchased 330 gallons of sulphuric acid for Little St. James on June 12, 2018, for £4,373, with six 55-gallon drums intended for a water purification system, coinciding with the FBI's trafficking investigation.
The files also contain emails suggesting connections between Epstein and individuals, including former royal Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, who shared confidential information with him.
Epstein died in jail in 2019 while awaiting trial.

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