Accused sex trafficker Alon Alexander will remain in custody as he faces gang rape and other charges, as a judge has deemed him a flight risk. The once high-flying real estate magnate, along with his twin brother Oren, is facing serious allegations in Florida. The judge’s decision to keep Alexander behind bars was based on concerns about his ties to Israel, where his parents are from and where his wife currently resides.
The 37-year-old Alexander had requested to be released on bond, but Magistrate Judge Eduardo Sanchez denied his appeal on Friday. His twin brother Oren is set for a bond hearing next, while their older brother Tal was previously denied bond in December.
The wealthy Alexander family had offered to put up an “any amount” of money, exceeding $100 million, to secure the brothers’ release. They even proposed that the twins could live with their parents or in apartments with private security. However, prosecutors argued that the twins pose a danger to the community, leading to the judge’s decision to keep them in custody.
In a separate case, Tal Alexander was also denied a $115 million bond request last month. He, along with his brothers, is charged with conspiracy to commit sex trafficking and related rape charges between 2010 and 2012 in various locations including New York and Miami Beach. If convicted, the brothers could face life imprisonment.
Oren and Tal are well-known luxury real estate brokers in New York City and Miami Beach, while Alon, who holds a law degree, has worked for the family’s security firm in Miami. U.S. Assistant Attorney Elizabeth Espinosa argued that no conditions would be sufficient to ensure community safety if the brothers were released, pointing out that they have a history of acting with impunity.
The FBI has identified and interviewed approximately 42 victims since the investigation began in June. Dozens more have come forward since the brothers’ arrest last month, further strengthening the case against them. The prosecution emphasized that the evidence against the brothers is mounting, making it difficult to justify their release on bail.
In conclusion, the Alexander brothers are facing serious charges that could have severe consequences if they are convicted. The decision to keep Alon Alexander in custody underscores the gravity of the allegations against them and the need to ensure public safety.
