Overview
Exhibit S consists of a two-page filing, with the second page displaying a photograph of a mobile phone screen showing a text message exchange with a contact labeled “Tim B.”
Content of the Messages
FACT (Page 2)
The visible messages include:
- “Praying for you”
- “Call coop!”
- “He waiting for ur call now”
A response message (blue text) states:
- “Also tell Matt he needs to find me a job in ops”
FACT (Timestamp)
- The exchange is dated:
- January 8, 2022 at 12:57 AM
FACT (Subsequent Messages)
Additional messages from “Tim B” include:
- “You up”
- “Can I come get my belt”
- “Need for my trip”
- “Address”
Visual Characteristics
FACT
- The exhibit is:
- a photograph of a phone screen, not a direct digital export
- showing a messaging interface consistent with a smartphone
- The device screen appears:
- cracked or damaged
- with visible wear affecting display clarity
Contextual Indicators
FACT
- The messages reference:
- “Matt”
- “ops” (interpreted as operations)
- travel (“Need for my trip”)
Evidentiary Context
FACT
- The exhibit is submitted as part of federal litigation (Case 2:24-cv-00794)
- It appears to serve as:
- a record of direct communication involving an individual identified as “Tim B”
Limitations
FACT
- The exhibit:
- does not independently verify identities beyond the contact label
- does not provide full conversation history
- does not include metadata beyond the visible timestamp
Conclusion
Exhibit S contains a photographed screenshot of text messages with a contact labeled “Tim B,” showing brief exchanges referencing communication with others, operational involvement, and a request to retrieve a personal item prior to travel.
