The Estonian Police and Border Guard Board (PPA) has reviewed documents related to Jeffrey Epstein and found no evidence suggesting that any crimes were committed in Estonia. As a result, the Ministry of Internal Affairs, headed by Minister Igor Taro, clarified that there is insufficient basis to initiate a criminal investigation, unlike neighboring Latvia and Lithuania. This assessment comes in response to inquiries from a member of parliament, Aleksandr Tšaplõgin, regarding the lack of action taken by Estonian authorities in contrast to those of its Baltic counterparts.

Minister Taro explained that no victims have come forward to the police with allegations, which further complicates the potential for initiating a criminal case. Additionally, the Prosecutor's Office has not directed the PPA to start any proceedings, nor have they initiated an investigation themselves. The absence of direct requests from victims or indications within the documents leads to the conclusion that there are no grounds for criminal proceedings at this time.

However, Taro noted that should new evidence or facts come to light, the possibility to start an investigation remains open. The police have not ruled out the potential need for a criminal investigation if further materials are revealed or international cooperation yields new requests. This development is significant as it highlights the complexities of cross-border legal investigations and the challenges faced by smaller nations in addressing high-profile international criminal cases.