Luxury Real Estate Brokers Arrested in Connection with Sexual Assault Investigation
Luxury real estate brokers the Alexander brothers, Oren and Alon Alexander, have been arrested in connection with a sexual assault investigation in South Florida and New York, authorities said.
Arrests Made in Joint Investigation
Oren Alexander and his twin brother Alon Alexander were arrested following a joint investigation into sexual assault allegations occurring on Miami Beach, the Miami-Dade State Attorney’s Office said Wednesday.
Tal Alexander Also Arrested
The U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York said their brother, Tal Alexander, was also arrested.
Multiple Women Accuse Brothers of Sexual Assaults
In multiple civil lawsuits filed in New York this year, multiple women accused one or more of the brothers of alleged sexual assaults and batteries dating back over a decade.
Brothers’ Attorney Confirms Arrests
Isabelle Kirshner, an attorney for Alon and Oren, confirmed to CNBC that the three men were arrested in Miami, and said that as of 10:45 a.m., she had not yet seen the federal charges against them.
Background on the Alexander Brothers
Oren and Tal Alexander are the founders of Official, a luxury real estate firm with offices in Miami and New York and that also operates in the Hamptons and Aspen.
Past Successes in Luxury Real Estate
In 2019, they brokered the sale of a $50 million property on Indian Creek Island, known as “Billionaire Bunker,” then a record for the most expensive home sold in Miami-Dade.
Island Home to Celebrities and Billionaires
The island is home to Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, who last year reportedly bought a $79 million mansion just two months after buying a neighboring estate for $68 million, as well as other A-list celebrities like NFL legend Tom Brady, singer Julio Iglesias, and Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner.
Conclusion
The arrests of Oren and Alon Alexander, as well as their brother Tal, mark a significant development in the ongoing investigation into sexual assault allegations. As the investigation continues, it is likely that more details will emerge about the allegations and the brothers’ involvement.
FAQs
Q: Who are the Alexander brothers?
A: Oren and Alon Alexander are luxury real estate brokers who founded Official, a luxury real estate firm with offices in Miami and New York.
Q: What are the allegations against the Alexander brothers?
A: Multiple women have accused the brothers of alleged sexual assaults and batteries dating back over a decade.
Q: Have the Alexander brothers been arrested?
A: Yes, Oren, Alon, and Tal Alexander have been arrested in connection with the investigation.
Q: What is the significance of the island where the Alexander brothers sold a $50 million property?
A: The island, known as Indian Creek Island, is home to several billionaires and celebrities, including Jeff Bezos and Tom Brady.
