Murder In Moscow: The IGG Closed Hearing Transcripts (Part 8)

The Jeffrey Epstein non-prosecution agreement (NPA) of 2007-08, reviewed by the U.S. Department of Justice’s Office of Professional Responsibility (OPR), detailed how federal prosecutors in the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Florida negotiated a deal that effectively ended an active federal investigation into Epstein’s alleged trafficking and abuse of underage girls. The agreement granted broad immunity to Epstein and unnamed “potential co-conspirators,” allowed him to plead guilty to state charges instead of facing major federal sex-trafficking counts, and did so without informing or consulting the victims before the deal was executed. The OPR found that while no evidence of corruption or impermissible influence was uncovered, the decision represented “poor judgment” by the prosecutors.Further, the report underscored significant procedural deficiencies: victims were not made aware of the NPA, the USAO did not meaningfully engage with them in accordance with the Crime Victims’ Rights Act’s principles, and the immunity granted in the NPA curtailed future federal prosecution of Epstein’s associates—even as investigation into other victims and broader criminal conduct may have persisted. In short, the OPR concluded that the case resolution was legally within the prosecutors’ discretion, but deeply flawed in its execution and fairness to those harmed.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:dl (justice.gov)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.

4 Nov 32min

In the investigation of the murders of four University of Idaho students, investigators obtained a search warrant targeting the Pullman, Washington apartment of Bryan Kohberger (then a doctoral student at Washington State University). The warrant laid out probable cause that Kohberger committed first-degree murder and burglary, citing evidence that included a knife sheath bearing his DNA found at the crime scene, location data placing his phone near the victims’ residence on the night of the killings, and other digital-device usage and search history consistent with premeditation.The warrant authorized searches of his apartment and digital devices for items such as dark clothing, knives, receipts, GPS/location data, and various data compilations (emails, text messages, social-media activity) from August 21 to November 14 2022. Investigators believed evidence of the crime would remain at his residence, including weapons, trace biological material, or planning documentation. The warrant also sought access to his office at WSU. The documents underscore how the investigation integrated traditional forensic evidence (DNA, blood spatter) with digital forensics (device metadata, location logs) to build the case.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.

4 Nov 17min

From the archives: 12-31-22Whenever homicides occur, one of the most crucial pieces of evidence for investigators is DNA. It has been used time and time again to secure convictions and remains the holy grail as far as evidence in a case goes.So, how did investigators harness the power of DNA in this case? Let's dive into an article and see what an ex FBI agent has to say.(commercial at 6:22)to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Idaho murder suspect Bryan Kohberger has no criminal history (wpbf.com)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.

4 Nov 10min

Jeffrey Epstein’s network went far beyond trafficking and exploitation—it also included a sophisticated campaign to discredit, intimidate, and obstruct those investigating him. From the mid-2000s through 2019, Epstein and his lawyers waged a relentless public relations and legal offensive designed to undermine victims, stall prosecutors, and silence the press. Court documents and leaked communications reveal that Epstein’s inner circle—including Ghislaine Maxwell and his attorneys at firms like Black, Srebnick, Kornspan & Stumpf—used intimidation tactics, private investigators, and smear campaigns to paint accusers as liars or gold diggers. In one series of emails revealed by Bloomberg, Maxwell and Epstein discussed deploying damaging personal rumors to discredit accusers as “unstable” or “untrustworthy,” while threatening defamation suits against media outlets that covered the story. This coordinated effort to manipulate public perception was part of a larger strategy to delegitimize investigations, protect powerful allies, and preserve his social status within elite circles.Epstein also relied on legal obstruction and financial manipulation to blunt scrutiny. He deployed non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), secret settlements, and strategic donations to law enforcement-connected charities to curry favor. Defense teams repeatedly sought to seal or suppress evidence, arguing that revealing details would “prejudice ongoing investigations.” In some cases, Epstein’s team even hired former intelligence and law enforcement officials to monitor reporters and intimidate witnesses. His influence extended into the judicial system through his now-infamous 2008 non-prosecution agreement, which effectively shut down a federal probe and silenced dozens of victims. Even after his death, the DOJ and courts have continued to restrict access to key records, citing privacy or “ongoing investigations”—a fact many observers see as a continuation of Epstein’s disinformation playbook, protecting those who benefited from his silence.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.

4 Nov 21min

Reports have revealed that Sam Bankman-Fried, the disgraced founder of FTX, and convicted sex trafficker Ghislaine Maxwell both employed the same private investigator, former NYPD detective Jimmy Harkins. Harkins, known in elite legal circles for his aggressive and discreet methods, reportedly worked for Maxwell during her criminal proceedings and later joined Bankman-Fried’s defense team as part of his effort to counter damaging press and investigate witnesses. His involvement with both cases sparked interest because of the striking contrast between the two clients — one a fallen crypto mogul, the other convicted for aiding Jeffrey Epstein’s child-sex trafficking operation — yet both navigating reputational crises at the highest levels of notoriety.The overlap underscores how a small, interconnected network of private operatives often serves powerful defendants across radically different scandals. Harkins’s reputation as a “fixer” for the wealthy adds to skepticism about whether such investigators simply gather facts or operate to intimidate, discredit, and manage narratives. Given the secrecy around his methods and the lack of clarity about what work he performed for Maxwell and Bankman-Fried, the connection raises uncomfortable questions about how much of elite crisis management exists in the shadows — and how the same professionals keep resurfacing when the stakes involve power, money, and scandal.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.

3 Nov 12min

When Alex Acosta sat before Congress to explain himself, what unfolded was less an act of accountability and more a masterclass in bureaucratic self-preservation. He painted the 2008 Epstein plea deal as a “strategic compromise,” claiming a federal trial might have been too risky because victims were “unreliable” and evidence was “thin.” In reality, federal prosecutors had a mountain of corroborating witness statements, corroborative travel logs, and sworn victim testimony—yet Acosta gave Epstein the deal of the century. The so-called non-prosecution agreement wasn’t justice; it was a backroom surrender, executed in secrecy, without even notifying the victims. When pressed on this, Acosta spun excuses about legal precedent and “jurisdictional confusion,” never once admitting the obvious: his office protected a rich, politically connected predator at the expense of dozens of trafficked girls.Even more damning was Acosta’s insistence that he acted out of pragmatism, not pressure. He denied that anyone “higher up” told him to back off—even though he once told reporters that he’d been informed Epstein “belonged to intelligence.” Under oath, he downplayed that statement, twisting it into bureaucratic double-speak. He even claimed the deal achieved “some level of justice” because Epstein registered as a sex offender—a hollow justification that only exposed how insulated from reality he remains. Acosta never showed remorse for the irreparable damage caused by his cowardice. His congressional testimony reeked of moral rot, the same rot that let a billionaire pedophile walk free while survivors were left to pick up the pieces.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Acosta Transcript.pdf - Google DriveBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.

3 Nov 12min

In recently surfaced reports, it was revealed that Prince Andrew personally deleted references to sexual abuse survivors from official palace statements drafted in the aftermath of the Jeffrey Epstein scandal. According to palace insiders, senior aides attempted to include lines acknowledging and expressing sympathy for the victims of Epstein’s crimes, but Andrew repeatedly struck those sections out before public release. His edits reportedly came at a time when the royal family was under immense scrutiny, and his actions were viewed internally as both tone-deaf and self-serving, reflecting his continued refusal to show genuine contrition or empathy.The revelations have reignited public anger and further cemented Andrew’s fall from grace. Royal commentators noted that his removal of those references symbolized how out of touch he remains, prioritizing his own reputation over compassion or accountability. This incident also underscores the divide between him and the rest of the royal family — particularly King Charles III — who later approved a statement explicitly expressing sympathy toward “the victims and survivors of any and all forms of abuse.” The move was interpreted as a deliberate correction and an implicit rebuke of Andrew’s earlier actions.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Andrew erased royal tributes to Jeffrey Epstein victimsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.

3 Nov 23min

If Prince Andrew is truly serious about clearing his name, there’s only one path left to take—and it doesn’t involve hiding behind palace walls or issuing carefully worded press releases. It means sitting down with investigators, under oath, and answering every question about his involvement with Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell. Public opinion won’t shift through PR stunts or vague denials; the only thing that could restore even a shred of credibility is the kind of transparency that comes with sworn testimony. Anything less will always look like evasion, and at this point, the court of public opinion has already rendered its verdict.By avoiding formal questioning, Andrew reinforces every suspicion surrounding him. His silence isn’t a shield—it’s a confession of fear. If he genuinely has nothing to hide, he should welcome the chance to confront the allegations head-on, with evidence and truth as his defense. Until he does, every statement he makes will sound hollow, every “no recollection” another nail in his reputation’s coffin. The door to redemption is open, but only if he’s willing to walk through it and face the same scrutiny as the people he once surrounded himself with.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:‘If he wants to clear his name, he will come forward’: Andrew under fresh pressure from Congress to testify over EpsteinBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.

3 Nov 17min