New Mexico attorney general files civil lawsuit against two Epstein advisers

New Mexico Attorney General Files Lawsuit Against Epstein Advisers

Earthguardiansonline.com – New Mexico attorney general files a civil lawsuit against two longtime advisers to Jeffrey Epstein, seeking to stop them from receiving money from his estate. Attorney General Raúl Torrez alleges that Darren Indyke and Richard Kahn helped enable and conceal Epstein’s criminal conduct.

Indyke and Kahn are co-executors of Epstein’s estate. Indyke served as an employee and attorney for Epstein, while Kahn handled accounting matters over many years. Both men have received renewed scrutiny following the Justice Department’s release of additional Epstein-related material late last year.

The lawsuit seeks to prevent either adviser from receiving trust assets while questions remain about what they knew and the roles they played. Epstein’s will designated $50 million for Indyke and $25 million for Kahn, although both men have said they have not been paid for estate-related work.

“Frankly, if anyone is entitled to a recovery of Jeffrey Epstein’s estate, it’s the survivors,” Torrez said.

State Investigation Centers on Zorro Ranch

The New Mexico attorney general files this action as part of a broader effort focused on Epstein’s former New Mexico property, Zorro Ranch. The site became a central subject of attention earlier this year after allegations involving the ranch appeared in Justice Department materials.

In February, Torrez reopened New Mexico’s criminal inquiry after records included a 2019 email to a local radio host. The message alleged that two foreign girls had been buried in hills near the ranch on the orders of Epstein and a person identified as “Madam G.” State authorities have since searched the property.

Torrez has also sued the Justice Department and US Attorney General Todd Blanche, alleging that federal officials withheld information concerning Epstein and possible co-conspirators while obstructing New Mexico’s investigation.

A bipartisan group of New Mexico lawmakers is conducting a separate examination of alleged criminal activity connected to Zorro Ranch. That commission has issued several subpoenas, but Indyke and Kahn have not been subpoenaed by the body.

Indyke and Kahn Deny Knowing About Abuse

Indyke and Kahn have denied knowing about or participating in Epstein’s sex-trafficking operation. In closed-door testimony before the House Oversight Committee earlier this year, both said they would have ended their professional ties to Epstein if they had known women and girls were being trafficked.

Indyke began working for Epstein in 1996. In his March deposition, he said he had no knowledge of Epstein’s wrongdoing and stated that no woman had accused him of sexual abuse, witnessing abuse, or receiving a report of abuse.

“Let me be clear: I had no knowledge whatsoever of Jeffrey Epstein’s wrongdoings,” Indyke said.

Kahn began working for Epstein in 2005 and told lawmakers that he saw him roughly once every three weeks. He described the relationship as professional, saying he did not attend Epstein’s parties or social events.

“I never observed any sexual abuse or trafficking of women,” Kahn told lawmakers.

Kahn also said he had never received a complaint alleging trafficking or abuse by Epstein. Their statements carry significance because of their long involvement in Epstein’s business and financial affairs and their current authority over the estate.

Estate Funds and Survivor Claims

The New Mexico attorney general files the case amid continuing questions over how Epstein’s remaining assets should be distributed. Lawyers for Indyke and Kahn have said that any fees or inheritances would be considered only after creditors and claimants are paid and probate proceedings are complete.

Both advisers told congressional investigators that they had not received compensation for managing the estate. Torrez’s lawsuit nevertheless seeks to block any eventual payment or transfer of trust assets to either man.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the New Mexico lawsuit seek?

The civil case seeks to stop Darren Indyke and Richard Kahn from receiving money from Jeffrey Epstein’s trust or estate while allegations about their involvement and knowledge are examined.

Why is Zorro Ranch relevant?

Zorro Ranch was Epstein’s former property in New Mexico and is part of the state’s reopened criminal investigation. Authorities have searched the property after allegations connected to the site appeared in released records.

Have Indyke and Kahn been accused of participating in abuse?

The lawsuit alleges that they helped enable and conceal Epstein’s criminal conduct. Both men deny knowing about or participating in sex trafficking or abuse.