High-profile luxury real estate brokers Oren, Tal, and Alon Alexander find themselves at the center of a shocking federal investigation that threatens their prestigious careers.
According to Bloomberg, the Alexander brothers were arrested Wednesday morning at their Miami Beach homes on federal sex-trafficking charges, facing allegations of drugging and sexually assaulting numerous victims over more than a decade.
The brothers, known for their high-profile real estate dealings, including the record-breaking $238 million Manhattan penthouse sale, now face potential life sentences. Federal prosecutors allege they used their wealth and status to orchestrate a long-running scheme targeting multiple victims through various means.
Manhattan U.S. Attorney Damian Williams emphasized the serious nature of the case during a press conference. His statement highlighted the office's commitment to pursuing sex trafficking cases regardless of the perpetrators' status.
The case marks the second major sex-trafficking prosecution by Manhattan federal prosecutors in recent months, following charges against rap mogul Sean Combs in September. The investigation remains active, with authorities suggesting more victims may come forward.
Williams delivered a clear message about the scope of the investigation, stating:
This conduct as alleged is heinous. This office is determined to investigate and prosecute anyone who engages in sex-trafficking, no matter how powerful, wealthy and famous you may be.
Law enforcement executed a dramatic early morning raid at Oren's waterfront mansion. FBI agents dismantled security cameras and used bullhorns to demand his surrender, creating a scene that drew attention from neighbors.
The brothers' arrest has sent shockwaves through the luxury real estate industry, forcing them to step down from Official, their co-founded brokerage. The scandal has also affected Douglas Elliman Inc., their former employer.
Prosecutors are pushing for the brothers to be denied bail, citing their wealth and international connections as significant flight risks. The bail filing revealed disturbing allegations dating back to the brothers' high school years.
The brothers face both federal sex-trafficking charges and state charges of sexual battery. Their legal troubles extend beyond criminal charges, with multiple civil lawsuits alleging sexual misconduct.
Miami-Dade State Attorney Katherine Fernandez Rundle confirmed the brothers will face state charges before transfer to federal custody. The latest civil lawsuit, filed by Angelica Parker, alleges a coordinated assault involving all three brothers. Manhattan U.S. Attorney Williams emphasized the ongoing nature of the investigation, stating:
They were not acting alone. We will continue investigating.
The Alexander brothers, prominent figures in luxury real estate with operations in New York and Miami, were arrested Wednesday morning at their Miami Beach residences. Federal prosecutors have charged them with running a decade-long sex trafficking operation, allegedly using their wealth and status to lure and assault numerous victims.
The case has immediate implications for the luxury real estate industry, with the brothers facing life imprisonment if convicted. The ongoing investigation suggests possible additional charges and victims, while prosecutors argue against bail due to the brothers' substantial financial resources and international connections.
