Santa Fe
Authorities in New Mexico have intensified efforts to uncover the extent of alleged abuse linked to the late financier and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein at his remote ranch property.
Officials are now working to identify how many local women and girls may have been victims over the years.
The investigation centers on Epstein’s sprawling Zorro Ranch, where multiple individuals have claimed they were transported and subjected to abuse by Epstein and his associates. While earlier accounts largely involved victims brought in from outside the state, authorities have now confirmed contact with several New Mexico residents who allege they were also abused at the property.
Marianna Anaya, a state lawmaker involved in the inquiry, stated that the Truth Commission established to investigate Epstein’s activities has been approached by local individuals claiming to be victims. This marks the first time officials have publicly acknowledged outreach from residents within the state regarding alleged abuse at the ranch.
Previously, only one New Mexico-based victim had been publicly identified — a former massage therapist from Santa Fe. However, the latest developments suggest that the number of local victims could be significantly higher than initially believed. Authorities are now working to verify these claims and determine the scope of alleged misconduct during the decades Epstein owned the property.
The Truth Commission is collaborating with the New Mexico Department of Justice to support survivors and assess whether viable criminal cases can be pursued against individuals linked to Epstein. Although Epstein himself died in 2019 while awaiting trial, investigators continue to examine the role of alleged co-conspirators who may still face legal consequences.
The inquiry reflects a broader effort to provide justice to survivors and ensure accountability for those involved. Officials have emphasized that outreach from victims is a critical step in building cases and understanding the full extent of the abuse network that may have operated at the secluded ranch for more than two decades.