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Jeffrey Epstein’s crimes have left deep scars across the country, yet the unanswered questions remain especially pressing in New Mexico. Mr. Epstein’s property, Zorro Ranch, located outside of Santa Fe has become a symbol not only of unchecked abuse, but also of how wealth and secrecy can overpower oversight.

For survivors, the pain is compounded by a lack of answers. How did this happen here, and why was nothing done to stop it? What steps, if any, could have been taken to prevent sexual abuse at Zorro Ranch? Until New Mexico fully confronts its role in the Epstein saga, survivors are left without closure, and conspiracy theories will continue to thrive in the absence of transparency.

New Mexico’s Role Can’t Be Ignored

The recent announcement that New Mexico will further investigate Jeffrey Epstein’s estate represents a critical step toward accountability. We support these efforts and view them as essential for uncovering the truth about the networks and enablers that allowed Epstein to operate with impunity.

The state has an obligation to look inward:

·       Regulatory oversight: Who was responsible for monitoring activities at Zorro Ranch, and why was abuse allowed to continue unchecked?

·       Institutional accountability: Were there state or local entities that turned a blind eye or failed to investigate?

·       Transparency for survivors: Without clear answers, survivors are forced to endure both the trauma of what happened and the frustration of silence from the very institutions meant to protect them.

Acknowledging these failures isn’t optional, it’s essential to healing. Survivors deserve to know what safeguards will prevent this from ever happening again.

Supporting the State’s Ongoing Investigation

A thorough state-level inquiry can:

·        Provide clarity for survivors: Understanding how assets were used, withheld, or managed can reveal patterns of enabling and exploitation, giving survivors insight into the scope of harm and who benefited.

·        Hold institutions accountable: The estate is not just a collection of assets; it reflects the structures and people that protected Epstein. Investigating it shines a light on those who helped conceal abuse.

·        Strengthen future protections: Lessons learned from this investigation can guide policy, oversight, and enforcement to prevent similar abuses from occurring elsewhere.

We encourage survivors, advocates, and the public to pay attention to these developments.

A Path Forward

New Mexico has an opportunity and an obligation to face the truth about what happened at Zorro Ranch. Without that reckoning, survivors remain in the dark, and speculation will continue to fill the void.

For survivors of Epstein’s abuse, or those harmed by similar trafficking schemes, justice is still possible. Coming forward is never easy, but you do not have to do it alone.

How Singleton Schreiber Supports Survivors

At Singleton Schreiber, we advocate for survivors of sexual assault and trafficking by combining legal expertise with a survivor-centered approach. We pursue civil litigation that holds both perpetrators and institutions accountable, seeking financial, reputational, and structural consequences. Every case is handled with care to ensure survivors feel empowered rather than retraumatized, while our advocacy for transparency helps uncover hidden documents, depose key figures, and demand institutional disclosure. By shining a light on the systems that allowed abuse to persist, we work to secure justice for individuals and prevent similar harm in the future.

If you or someone you know was harmed by Jeffrey Epstein or a related network of abuse, Singleton Schreiber’s Sexual Assault & Human Trafficking team is here to listen, support, and fight on your behalf. Contact us today for a free, confidential consultation.