14 minutes agoBBC uncovers Jeffrey Epstein apartment network in London
Periskopi(2 months ago)
(2 months ago)A BBC investigation has revealed that the convicted funder for sexual crimes, Jeffrey Epstein, used at least four rented apartments in London to shelter women who were later identified as victims of abuse and sex trafficking. According to documents included in Epstein's files, including bills, e-mails and bank records, [...]
According to documents included in Epstein's files, including bills, e-mails and bank records, apartments were located in the rich areas of Kensington and Chelsea. At least six women who lived on these properties have publicly emerged as his victims.
The investigation shows that some of the women, mainly from Russia and Eastern Europe, were brought to the United Kingdom even after the Metropolitan Police decided in 2015 not to open an investigation into trafficking claims filed by Virginia Giuffre.
The documents also reveal that some of the victims were forced to recruit other women and were regularly transported between London and Paris, often through the Europol train.
From 2011 to 2019, Epstein had purchased at least 53 tickets for young women traveling between Britain and France.
BBC It found that Epstein's activity in the United Kingdom was broader than previously thought, including organised housing, living financing and studies for several women, as well as an international transportation network.
Experts and former officials have criticised British authorities for lack of action. Human rights lawyer Tessa Gregory stated there were “reliable accusations of human trafficking” demanding immediate and independent investigations. Meanwhile, former senior police official Kevin Hyland said they missed clear opportunities to investigate the case.
