Over the past week, a flurry of new lawsuits has been filed against three wealthy brothers—Tal, Oren, and Alon Alexander—accusing them of drugging, sexually assaulting, and raping dozens of women across multiple states. The brothers, who are prominent real estate brokers with ties to New York and Miami, were arrested on December 11 and are currently being held in federal custody in New York. Prosecutors allege that the brothers worked together to commit these crimes, with over 60 women coming forward to accuse at least one of the brothers of sexual assault. On Tuesday, 11 additional victims filed lawsuits in New York Supreme Court, bringing the total number of accusers to over 70. The lawsuits paint a disturbing picture of a pattern of behavior that allegedly spanned years, with victims recounting incidents in locations ranging from Miami to Manhattan and even Moscow.
The brothers face serious charges, including conspiracy to commit sex trafficking and sex trafficking by force, fraud, or coercion. Tal Alexander has been charged with an additional count of sex trafficking involving a second victim. All three men have pleaded not guilty to the charges. The lawsuits, filed by the AVA Law Group and Curis Law, accuse the brothers of using their wealth and charm to manipulate and assault women. Many of the victims allege that they were drugged before being assaulted, with seven of the 11 new lawsuits specifically mentioning being given something to drink prior to the attacks. The allegations are eerily similar, with women describing initial interactions with the brothers that turned violent and traumatic. Andrew Van Arsdale, managing partner at AVA Law Group, called the brothers’ actions “reprehensible” and emphasized the importance of holding them accountable for their alleged crimes.
One of the victims, Leah Peters, has chosen not to remain anonymous. In her lawsuit, Peters recounts meeting Oren Alexander at a Miami house party in 2018. She alleges that Oren offered to give her a tour of the property, only to lead her to a bedroom where he violently sexually assaulted her. Another woman accused Tal Alexander of inviting her to a New York City house party in July 2013, where she was given an alcoholic beverage and claims to have been forcibly raped by both Tal and Oren. Yet another accuser describes meeting the brothers in Miami in 2011, where she was allegedly taken to their hotel room, drugged, and raped by both men. These stories, while horrifying, are not unique. Many of the victims describe similar scenarios, where the brothers used their wealth and influence to create opportunities for exploitation.
The defense team for the Alexander brothers has dismissed the lawsuits as a “cash grab,” arguing that the claims are baseless and motivated by financial gain. In a statement, Tal Alexander’s attorneys, Milton Williams and Deanna Paul, accused the plaintiffs of trying to profit from past sexual experiences with the brothers. They pointed out that a federal court had previously dismissed a case against Tal as time-barred and suggested that the current lawsuits would meet the same fate. Alon Alexander’s attorney, Howard Srebnick, also dismissed the allegations, arguing that one accuser had no physical evidence, eyewitnesses, or contemporaneous documentation to support her claims. Srebnick further emphasized that Alon had taken a lie-detector test, which reportedly concluded with 99.7% certainty that he had not drugged or sexually assaulted any woman.
Despite these denials, the evidence against the brothers appears to be mounting. Prosecutors have released footage of alleged victims recounting their experiences, including one woman who described being raped by Alon and Oren Alexander while a third man, Ohad Fisherman, held her down. The woman, who met Alon for a barbecue in 2016, alleged that the brothers engaged in a “demonic discussion” about who would rape her first. Her account, though harrowing, is just one of many that paint a disturbing picture of the brothers’ alleged behavior. Authorities have also seized evidence from Tal Alexander’s Manhattan apartment, including hard drives containing sexually explicit videos and images. Prosecutors allege that these videos show the brothers and other men engaging in sexual acts with women who appear to be under the influence of alcohol or other substances.
The case has also raised questions about the role of the high-profile law firm Morgan & Morgan, which has been accused by the defense of improperly influencing the investigation. Attorneys for the brothers and Fisherman allege that Morgan & Morgan, which has filed many of the civil lawsuits against the brothers, has pressured state prosecutors to bring charges. They claim that the firm has controlled witnesses and evidence, effectively dictating the direction of the criminal investigation. Carissa Peebles, a Morgan & Morgan attorney, has denied these allegations, calling them “absurd” and a “desperate attempt” to distract from the brothers’ alleged crimes. The Miami-Dade State Attorney’s Office has also dismissed the defense motion as “meritless,” asserting that the evidence against the brothers is strong and that the charges are well-founded.
As the case continues to unfold, the Alexander brothers remain in custody, deemed a flight risk and a danger to the community by a judge who denied them bail. The brothers are being held at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn, alongside other high-profile inmates. The allegations against them have sent shockwaves through their professional and social circles, with many expressing disbelief that the charismatic and successful real estate moguls could be capable of such crimes. For the victims, the road to justice will likely be long and difficult, but their courage in coming forward has already brought significant attention to the case. As Antigone Curis, founder of Curis Law, noted, “We commend these survivors for coming forward and standing up against their abusers and look forward to pursuing justice on their behalf.” The outcome of this case will not only determine the fate of the Alexander brothers but also send a message about accountability for those who abuse power and exploit others.
