New Mexico Prosecutors Investigate Jeffrey Epstein’s Isolated Zorro Ranch
New Mexico prosecutors are actively investigating Zorro Ranch, a property formerly owned by financier Jeffrey Epstein. This investigation has arisen amid ongoing allegations related to sexual abuse and trafficking of young women at the ranch.
Details of the Investigation
The New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez announced the investigation’s resurgence, emphasizing cooperation from the current ranch owners. Last month, he reopened the case, which had been dismissed in 2019 at federal prosecutors’ request. The reopening was triggered by new insights from previously sealed FBI files, prompting further examination into the ranch’s past activities.
Background of Zorro Ranch
- Location: Stanley, New Mexico, approximately 30 miles south of Santa Fe.
- Originally Purchased: 1993 from former Governor Bruce King.
- Property Features: A spacious hilltop mansion and a private runway.
- Sale of Property: Epstein’s estate sold Zorro Ranch in 2023 to Don Huffines’ family, a Texas political figure.
Support for Survivors and Public Transparency
Prosecutors have expressed their commitment to keeping the public informed while supporting survivors. The New Mexico Department of Justice stated that they appreciate the cooperation from the new property owners, which is essential for the ongoing investigation.
Legislative Actions
In addition to the Attorney General’s investigation, New Mexico legislators have initiated the formation of a commission. This body will focus on delving into the historical activities that transpired at Zorro Ranch.
Epstein’s Historical Context
Jeffrey Epstein died by suicide in Manhattan jail in 2019 while awaiting trial for charges related to the sexual abuse and trafficking of underage girls. Although he never faced criminal charges in New Mexico, the Attorney General’s office conducted interviews in 2019 with potential victims who visited the ranch.
The ongoing investigation at Zorro Ranch underscores the continuing ramifications of Epstein’s actions and the commitment of New Mexico prosecutors to uncover the truth behind his alleged activities.
