New Mexico authorities are considering reopening an investigation into Jeffrey Epstein’s ranch, Zorro Ranch, following a tip about possible buried bodies on the property. The ranch, purchased from former New Mexico Governor Bruce King in 1993, was a place where Epstein allegedly took advantage of the area’s lenient laws on sex offender registries and its secluded location.
In 2019, a tip was sent to the FBI claiming that two girls’ bodies, allegedly abused by Epstein, were buried in the hills outside the ranch house. Although the property was searched in 2019, it is unclear if the FBI specifically looked into this tip. Now, state leaders are looking to delve deeper into what may have occurred at the home.
Andrea Romero, a state representative from New Mexico, emphasized the need to understand how Epstein was able to operate without any accountability and what allowed these alleged crimes to happen. The current owner of the property, Texas senator Don Huffines, has expressed willingness to cooperate with the investigation, although he has not been contacted yet.
Huffines revealed on social media that the property was set to go for auction four years after Epstein’s death, with the proceeds intended to benefit the victims. The property has been renamed San Rafael and is being transformed into a Christian retreat, reclaiming it for a positive purpose. Huffines stated that his family has always maintained an open line of communication with local authorities and would provide immediate access and full cooperation if approached by any law enforcement agency.
The Epstein case has gained significant public interest, especially since Donald Trump retook office and promised to release the Epstein files. Despite the release of some files, there has been controversy surrounding redactions and alleged missing files. While accusations have been made against Trump regarding his involvement in Epstein’s crimes, he has maintained his innocence and has not been proven guilty of any wrongdoing.
