It’s hard to imagine a fall as dramatic as the one-time star brokers Oren and Tal Alexander, who were removed from the top ranks of New York City’s real estate world and imprisoned.
The two, along with Oren’s twin brother Aron, were arrested early Wednesday morning and charged with three counts of federal sex trafficking. The case is being prosecuted by attorneys in the Southern District of New York.
If convicted, he could be sentenced to life in prison. Here’s what you need to know about the arrests of the three brothers.
The Alexander Brothers were once unparalleled among New York City brokers
For the past decade, Oren and Tal Alexander have been one of the most successful real estate agents in the country, serving ultra-high-net-worth clients and celebrities. Among them is hedge fund manager Ken Griffin. fanatic CEO Michael Rubin, rappers Kanye West and Jay-Z, and former New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady.
Their father, Shlomi Alexander, built a real estate empire in South Florida that provided Oren and Tal with the wealth and connections to build their own business. In 2019, the duo recorded the largest residential real estate sale in U.S. history. $238 million swap Located at 220 Central Park South in Manhattan.
The brothers started Douglas Elliman However, he will retire in 2022, official partner, Luxury real estate agent partnered with white label brokerage side. Despite being born into considerable wealth, their success has brought their net worth to nearly nine figures.
Aron Alexander works for kent security, A private security company founded by his parents.
Wednesday morning’s arrest was dramatic.
According to bloomberg news, Oren Alexander’s arrest scene mirrored that of a Hollywood movie. acting pursuant to a search warrant; F.B.I. Miami police then knocked down the gate to Oren’s waterfront property and destroyed the security cameras.
Around 6 a.m. ET, agents used a bullhorn to call for Oren to surrender, and the demands continued for about an hour. Many passersby watched the scene. The grocery delivery driver was turned away by police, but took photos to show he had attempted to deliver.
“I think I’ll keep these groceries for myself,” the man told Bloomberg.
The scale and scope of the alleged assault is alarming
The charges against the Alexanders relate to two specific unnamed women, but prosecutors say these are just a few of the “dozens” of women who say they were assaulted by the brothers. It is said that there is no.
The eight-page indictment alleges that the Alexanders operated a sex-trafficking scheme beginning in 2010, luring women with promises of material gain, only to drug them and rape them. .
However, prosecutors allege that he drugged and raped women dating back to when he was in high school. The drugs involved included cocaine, psychedelic mushrooms, and the “date rape” drug GHB.
When the women resisted the assault, they were physically restrained and held down. Many cried for help, but some lost consciousness and their memories of the incident returned.
These women included real estate industry professionals and people they met by chance through dating apps and networking events.
arrest is not surprising
Wednesday’s arrest is the most significant development yet in a series of charges against the brothers, but it is not the beginning.
In March, two women filed suit against Oren and Aron, alleging they were drugged and raped in incidents similar to those in the new indictment. The incidents occurred in 2010 and 2012, and one woman was 18 years old at the time of the alleged assault.
In response, other women came forward with similar accusations, many of whom were interviewed by police. new york times This is because it was revealed that the Alexander family had caused dozens of victims.
In July, wall street journal reports that the FBI is investigating assault charges against the three brothers, and Wednesday’s events appear to be the culmination of that process.
Official partner is on life support
That may not last long, as long as Tal and Oren Alexander’s intercession still exists. In the wake of the lawsuit and the Times article, the business partners abandoned the official partners and the brothers. Shortly thereafter, they took leave from the brokerage firm.
In October, Mr. Said sued the brothers and officials for defaulting on a $4.6 million promissory note, accusing them of violating the terms of the loan by terminating their real estate licenses and attempting to transfer the collateral backing the loan. I appealed. Regarding the latter charge, Said filed for a restraining order against Tal and Oren.
The brothers filed a response accusing Said of fabricating a default situation by unilaterally revoking their real estate licenses and refusing to reinstate them. They also claim that they did not receive the mail because they were doing renovations to their home, rather than evading requests for updates on their collateral.
Said’s lawsuit cites allegations of sexual assault against his brother. Their arrest is unlikely to have a significant impact on the case, but it does further complicate the brothers’ business dealings.
This isn’t over yet, other men may also be indicted.
Prosecutors said at a press conference Wednesday afternoon that the investigation is ongoing and charges may be filed against other perpetrators. Attorneys in the Southern District of New York are targeting other suspected sex traffickers, including rapper Sean Combs.
Given the number of women who have accused the brothers and the multiple legal avenues available to victims, even if they are acquitted of the charges filed Wednesday, the problems facing the Alexanders will soon become clear. It’s hard to imagine it ever ending. .
