New Mexico Reopens Epstein Ranch Investigation After Disturbing Revelations

Authorities uncover potential evidence of buried bodies and human trafficking at Epstein's Zorro Ranch

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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The investigation into Jeffrey Epstein's activities in New Mexico has taken a dark turn, with authorities reopening a criminal probe into allegations of illegal activity at his Zorro Ranch. This comes after the release of new files that suggest the FBI was aware of reports of buried bodies and human trafficking at the ranch as early as 2019. A state-level truth commission has also been established to further examine the disturbing claims.

Why it matters

The Epstein case has already uncovered a vast network of abuse and exploitation, and these latest developments in New Mexico indicate the scandal may go even deeper than previously known. The potential discovery of buried bodies and evidence of human trafficking at Epstein's ranch raises serious questions about the scope of his criminal activities and the failure of authorities to properly investigate them in the past.

The details

According to the newly released files, the FBI internally circulated Epstein-related allegations that mention Trump in late July and early August 2025. One lead was sent to the FBI's Washington Office with the purpose of setting up an interview with an accuser who claimed that around 1983, when she was around 13 years old, Epstein introduced her to Trump "who subsequently forced her head down to his exposed penis which she subsequently bit. In response, Trump punched her in the head and kicked her out." Meanwhile, in New Mexico, the state's Department of Justice said it is reopening a criminal investigation into allegations of illegal activity at Epstein's Zorro Ranch. This comes after the review of information recently released by the U.S. Department of Justice, which indicated there may have been reports to the FBI as early as 2019 of bodies being buried and people being trafficked at the ranch. A state-level truth commission has also been established to further examine the disturbing claims.

  • In late July and early August 2025, the FBI internally circulated Epstein-related allegations that mentioned Trump.
  • In 2019 or prior, there were reportedly emails to the FBI alleging that Epstein had ordered the bodies of two foreign girls be buried outside the Zorro Ranch.
  • On Thursday, the New Mexico Department of Justice announced it was reopening the criminal investigation into Epstein's Zorro Ranch.

The players

Jeffrey Epstein

An American financier and convicted sex offender who died in jail in 2019 while awaiting trial on federal sex trafficking charges.

Donald Trump

The former President of the United States, who was allegedly named in an accusation of sexual abuse by a woman who claimed Epstein introduced her to Trump when she was 13 years old in 1983.

Raúl Torrez

The Attorney General of New Mexico who has ordered the criminal investigation into Epstein's Zorro Ranch to be reopened.

Andrea Romero

A state legislator in New Mexico who is on the panel of the newly established Truth Commission investigating the allegations related to Epstein's ranch.

Todd Blanche

The U.S. Deputy Attorney General who is seeking an unredacted copy of the 2019 email that alleged Epstein had ordered the bodies of two foreign girls be buried outside the Zorro Ranch.

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What they’re saying

“We are learning that there may have been reports to the FBI, back in 2019 or prior to, of bodies being buried, of folks being trafficked.”

— Andrea Romero, State Legislator (BBC)

“I just remember being led to his bedroom and, you know, the same thing would happen.”

— Jane, Epstein Accuser (The Guardian)

“I did not want to go see him. I just remember being led to his bedroom and, you know, the same thing would happen.”

— Jane, Epstein Accuser (The Guardian)

What’s next

The New Mexico Attorney General's office is seeking an unredacted copy of the 2019 email that alleged Epstein had ordered the bodies of two foreign girls be buried outside the Zorro Ranch. The state's newly established Truth Commission will also continue its investigation into the disturbing claims surrounding Epstein's activities in New Mexico.

The takeaway

The Epstein scandal continues to reveal darker and more disturbing truths, with the potential discovery of buried bodies and evidence of human trafficking at his New Mexico ranch raising serious questions about the full scope of his criminal activities and the failure of authorities to properly investigate them in the past. This case highlights the urgent need for a thorough, transparent, and independent investigation to uncover the full truth and ensure justice is served.