NEW: Accused sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein was taken off suicide watch July 29, in part at the urging of his defense attorneys, sources tell ABC News.
Accused sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein was taken off suicide watch July 29, in part, at the urging of his defense attorneys, sources familiar with the decision told ABC News as Attorney General William Barr raised alarm Monday over what he described as"serious irregularities" in the prison's handling of Epstein.
Under heightened pressure from lawmakers over Epstein's death, Barr said Monday that Epstein's alleged co-conspirators"should not rest easy" just because Epstein won't have his day in court. "We are now learning of serious irregularities at this facility that are deeply concerning and demand a thorough investigation," Barr said."We will get to the bottom of it, and there will be accountability."
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