Federal prosecutors have accused top real estate agents Tal and Oren Alexander, along with their brother Alon, of drugging and raping “dozens of victims” over more than a decade. The brothers were arrested in Miami on Wednesday on sex trafficking charges related to the alleged assaults. The charges include conspiracy to commit sex trafficking and sex trafficking of a victim by force, fraud, or coercion, as outlined in an eight-page indictment in U.S. District Court in Manhattan. Additionally, Tal Alexander faces an additional count of sex trafficking of a victim by force, fraud, or coercion.
Isabelle Kirshner, an attorney for Alon and Oren, did not immediately respond to a request for comment following the unsealing of the federal indictment. The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of New York scheduled a press conference on the arrests for 1 p.m. ET in Manhattan.
Several women have previously filed lawsuits in Manhattan accusing the Alexander brothers of sexual assault, to which the brothers have denied any wrongdoing. David Gottlieb, an attorney for the plaintiffs in a number of the civil cases against the Alexanders, expressed relief at the prospect of accountability for the brothers and justice for the victims. He commended the survivors for their strength and courage in speaking up about their experiences after years of pain and suffering.
The implications of this event on the real estate industry and consumers remain to be seen, but it is likely to raise questions about the trustworthiness of top real estate agents and the prevalence of such misconduct in the industry. The case also sheds light on the importance of holding individuals accountable for their actions, regardless of their status or profession.
This breaking news story is still developing, and further updates are expected to provide more insights into the case and its potential impact on the industry. The arrests of the Alexander brothers mark a significant moment in a long-standing legal battle, highlighting the importance of justice and accountability in cases of sexual assault and exploitation.
