Accused of Gang Rape, Friend of Real Estate Mogul Turns Himself In
Background
A family friend of the real estate mogul Alexander brothers, who are accused of sex trafficking and sexually assaulting multiple women in South Florida and New York, turned himself into authorities on Wednesday to face his own charges in the suspected gang rape of a woman in Miami Beach.
Arrests and Charges
Twins Oren and Alon Alexander, the former of whom is a luxury real estate agent, first ended up in Miami-Dade County jail following their arrests earlier this month, while their brother Tal Alexander, also an ultraluxury agent, landed in federal custody.
New Charges
Ohad Fisherman, a friend of the brothers and real estate broker born in Israel, is accused of joining Alon and Oren in assaulting a 25-year-old woman at a New Year’s Eve party on Miami Beach in 2016.
Details of the Incident
According to Miami-Dade State Attorney Katherine Fernandez Rundle, the victim said she’d been in New York when she met Alon, who invited her to a barbecue at his apartment on the fourth floor of the Mei on Collins Avenue. However, upon arrival, she realized there was no barbecue and that the twins and Fisherman were the only people there.
The victim said the brothers argued over who was going to rape her first as she was held down by Fisherman and raped by the twins. Afterward, she was forced to have sex with Fisherman, then told to take a shower and not tell anyone about what happened as she was allowed to leave.
Court Appearance and Bond
In court on Wednesday, a judge granted Fisherman a $25,000 bond with house arrest. If he doesn’t show up to court in the future, his family could lose $260,000. Fisherman’s defense attorney, Jeffrey Sloman, said, "Mr. Fisherman is anxious to resolve this and to vindicate his name."
Conclusion
The accused has turned himself in to face charges of gang rape, a heinous crime that has left the victim and her loved ones with a lifetime of trauma. As the legal proceedings unfold, it is essential to remember that there are resources available for victims of sexual assault, including the National Sexual Violence Resources Center and the National Sexual Assault Telephone Hotline at 800-656-4673.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What are the charges against Ohad Fisherman?
A: Fisherman is accused of gang rape and sexual assault.
Q: What is the alleged incident that led to the charges?
A: The alleged incident took place at a New Year’s Eve party on Miami Beach in 2016.
Q: What is the current status of the case?
A: Fisherman has turned himself in and is currently in custody.
Q: What resources are available for victims of sexual assault?
A: The National Sexual Violence Resources Center and the National Sexual Assault Telephone Hotline at 800-656-4673.
