A new accusation of sexual assault has emerged against real estate mogul Tal Alexander, who is currently on trial with his brothers, Oren and Alon, for sex trafficking charges. The woman claims Alexander assaulted her when she was 13 years old, an allegation his attorney has strongly denied.
Key Takeaways
- Tal Alexander faces a new sexual assault allegation from a woman who was 13 at the time.
- Alexander's attorney, Deanna Paul, calls the new claim "categorically false."
- Tal Alexander and his brothers, Oren and Alon, are currently on trial for sex trafficking.
- Prosecutors allege over 40 women have accused at least one Alexander brother of sexual assault or rape.
New Allegation Details Emerge
The recent accusation was reported by The New York Times. A woman stated she was sexually assaulted by five boys, including Tal Alexander, in late 2002 or early 2003. At the time, Alexander was a high school student.
The woman is not part of the ongoing federal trial against the Alexander brothers. However, she reportedly spoke with police in Miami-Dade County, where she claims the assault occurred. She also told the newspaper she believes she was drugged before the incident.
"It took me a really long time to come to terms with it. That experience has haunted my entire life."
Attorney Responds to New Claim
Tal Alexander's attorney, Deanna Paul, addressed the new allegation. She stated the claim is "categorically false." Paul emphasized that her client is focused on the federal charges currently being tried.
Alexander, 39, and his twin brothers, Oren and Alon, both 38, are facing serious charges. They have all denied the allegations against them.
Fact Check
- Tal Alexander: 39 years old
- Oren and Alon Alexander: 38 years old (twins)
- Alleged sexual assault incident: Late 2002 or early 2003
Ongoing Federal Sex Trafficking Trial
The Alexander brothers are currently undergoing a trial in New York federal court. Prosecutors allege the sex trafficking activities spanned more than a decade. The indictment covers a wide range of accusations.
Prosecutors claim that over 40 women have accused at least one of the Alexander brothers of rape or sexual assault. Court filings indicate that each brother has been accused of forcible rape by a minimum of 10 different women.
Prosecution's Opening Statements
During opening statements, Assistant U.S. Attorney Madison Smyser made strong remarks. Smyser characterized the brothers as predators who used various methods to carry out assaults.
"These three brothers masqueraded as party boys when really they were predators. The brothers used whatever means necessary — sometimes drugs, sometimes alcohol, sometimes brute force — to carry out their rapes."
Background on the Alexander Brothers
The Alexander brothers are known in the real estate sector. Tal Alexander is particularly recognized as a real estate mogul. Their trial has drawn significant attention due to the nature of the charges and their public profiles.
Defense Maintains Innocence
The defense team for the Alexander brothers has denied all charges. Teny Geragos, a defense attorney representing the brothers, argued that the interactions were consensual. Geragos stated that the brothers pursued women for "consensual hook-ups."
The defense attorney differentiated these actions from sex trafficking. Geragos's statements suggest a focus on challenging the definition of the alleged crimes.
"That's not trafficking. That's dating. That's hooking up."
Impact of the New Allegation
The timing of this new allegation is significant. It comes during the ongoing federal trial. While the woman is not involved in the current court proceedings, her statement adds another layer to the accusations against Tal Alexander.
The defense will likely continue to focus on the charges directly before the court. The legal team for Tal Alexander has made it clear that their priority is fighting the existing federal indictment.
- The new allegation is separate from the federal sex trafficking charges.
- It reportedly occurred in Miami-Dade County.
- The woman claims she was 13 years old at the time of the alleged assault.
The trial continues to unfold in New York federal court. The outcome will have significant implications for the Alexander brothers and the victims involved.
