Around 10 'new' victims come forward in France's Epstein investigation
Summary
French prosecutors investigating Jeffrey Epstein’s trafficking network said around 10 new suspected victims have recently contacted them. The investigation is looking into possible crimes committed in France or involving French accomplices linked to Epstein, who died in 2019 while facing sex trafficking charges.Key Facts
- About 20 suspected victims have come forward in France, including around 10 who were previously unknown to investigators.
- The investigation began after the US Justice Department released new Epstein files in January 2026.
- French authorities are examining possible crimes inside France or involving French individuals who may have helped Epstein.
- Epstein died in prison in 2019 while awaiting trial for trafficking underage girls.
- Investigators have Epstein’s computers, phone records, and address books to review for leads.
- Some victims live abroad, and French authorities are arranging meetings for their testimonies.
- No suspects have been questioned in France yet.
- Epstein pleaded guilty in 2008 to procuring an underage girl and served 13 months in jail.
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