US Investigators Search Epstein’s New Mexico Ranch in Crime Probe

Authorities in the United States have initiated a search at Jeffrey Epstein’s former Zorro Ranch in New Mexico. This operation is a response to the recent release of extensive investigative files, which have renewed scrutiny of Epstein’s actions involving women and girls at the property.

Background on Epstein’s Zorro Ranch

Epstein purchased the Zorro Ranch, located approximately 50 kilometers (30 miles) south of Santa Fe, in 1993. He owned the property until his death in 2019, which occurred after he faced sex trafficking charges. Although Epstein’s accusers have claimed that abuses took place at the ranch, he was never criminally charged for any wrongdoing linked to the site during his lifetime.

Recent Investigative Developments

New Mexico Attorney General Raul Torrez has directed authorities to revisit Epstein’s case following the closure of a previous investigation in 2019. This previous inquiry had been halted at the request of federal prosecutors. Now, state lawmakers are forming a bipartisan “truth commission,” granting them subpoena powers to delve deeper into Epstein’s activities in New Mexico.

• New Mexico authorities urged the public to steer clear of the area.
• Drone activity is also discouraged to ensure the investigation is not disrupted.

Content of Recent Files

In January, the U.S. Department of Justice released new files concerning Epstein that included a range of unsubstantiated claims. Among these were details from an alleged former Zorro Ranch employee, who offered videos of supposed abuse in exchange for payment in Bitcoin. Additionally, the anonymous source suggested that the bodies of two foreign girls had been buried nearby on Epstein’s instructions.

The New Mexico Department of Justice has committed to keeping the public informed and supporting survivors. Their statement emphasized the importance of following the facts of the investigation as they unfold.