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LOG 10/16/2023 20:17 GMT-4

TRANSCRIPT: AUDIO/VIDEO RECORDING

Sordello:

For the record, this is Special Agent Beatrice Sordello. We have yet to determine if quarantine is necessary, so until told otherwise, I’m in a Manfred booth, which is a double isolation chamber best described as two sealed Plexiglas cubes positioned against each other. Both have their own self-contained atmosphere, which is being monitored remotely not only to ensure the air remains viable, but also for unknown pathogens. Until cleared, I will remain in my chamber and the interview subject will remain confined in his. Anyone entering either chamber is wearing a full hazmat suit and will undergo decontamination protocols upon entry and exit. It’s important to note that we haven’t found any sign of an airborne contaminant. This is strictly a precaution. My interview subject appears to be in good health aside from signs of recent physical trauma—primarily cuts and abrasions, which have been treated. At this point, I am switching on my secondary microphone so he can hear me.

[Audible click]

Sordello:

Can you state your name?

Subject 1:

Seriously? You know my name.

Sordello:

For the record.

Subject 1:

Deputy Matthew Maro.

Sordello:

Your full name.

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