The long arm the law caught up with Harvey Weinstein after t. The verdict was bittersweet for his dozens accusers as some were happy that he’s f to prison while others can’t believe was found not guilty on other charges. As his trial moved forward, the 67-year-old defendant has complained health issues. He was getting around with a walker and following the reading the verdict, Weinstein was rushed to the hospital after allegedly suffering from chest pains.
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that a few chest pains and trouble walking is the least concerns for New York ficials. The outlet states that the City is being careful about how they handle Weinstein behind bars because they are afraid things ending up like the case Jeffrey Epstein. Back in August 2019, convicted *** fender and friend to the rich and powerful Epstein was found dead in his jail cell. A month prior, Epstein was arrested on charges the *** trafficking minors. and political leaders were involved in what was rumored to be one the most covert elite *** trafficking rings. However, after Epstein died, charges against him were dismissed and any potential secrets were buried with him.
There has been some information shared about Weinstein’s upcoming time behind bars. TMZ states that he’ll be lodged in Riker’s Island in a private area. The North Infirmary Command has reportedly been segregated for “high-prile inmates” or those who have health problems. The publication says that ficials will be monitoring Weinstein closely twenty-four hours a day. However, they didn’t formally call it a suicide watch.
As the former executive-turned-convicted, there are reportedly a select few Department Corrections ficials who are hoping they can transfer Weinstein somewhere else to avoid the hassle housing him. It’s reported that Weinstein is looking at a minimum five years behind bars.