FD-1057 (Rev. 5-8-(0) (Overall Document Classification Required) FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION Electronic Communication Title: (U//FOUO) INTERVIEW OF DAVID RICHARD MULLEN Drafted By: Missing Case ID #: 31E-MM-NEW (U) EPSTEIN, JEFFREY Date: 01/14/2019 Details: 12/13/2006 Pursuant to a federal investigation regarding the sexual exploitation of minors, David Richard Mullen, was interviewed by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). After being advised of the identity of the interviewing agents and purpose of the interview, Mullen voluntarily provided the following information: Mullen was formerly employed as a chef at Daniel, a four star restaurant in New York, New York. He was also formerly employed as a chef by Jeffrey Epstein. Mullen was seeking employment and obtained the opportunity for employment with Epstein from a headhunter. Mullen's pre-employment interview for the position was conducted by Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell approximately three years ago. Mullen was employed by Epstein for approximately one year and five months before he sought employment elsewhere. Mullen signed a confidentiality clause at the termination of his employment with Epstein. Mullen worked at Epstein's New York residence and was on stand-by to travel at request. He prepared meals for Epstein's guests more frequently than he prepared meals for Epstein. Epstein's favorite food item was a toasted peanut butter and jelly sandwich. Mullen was responsible for keeping food available on the various properties where Epstein traveled. One item that Mullen was required to have available at all times was Eli's seven grain bread purchased from 63rd or 65th Street in New York. Mullen used Epstein's vehicles, including a Mercedes Benz and a Chevrolet Suburban, to obtain food as needed for preparation at Epstein's Palm Beach, Florida residence. Epstein provided Mullen with a residence located at , as a component of Mullen's salary. Mullen traveled frequently w