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Wealthy brothers accused of using status to sexually assault women
Prosecutors say Oren, Tal and Alon Alexander used money, drugs and force to commit rapes
Jan. 28, 2026 at 10:15am
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Three wealthy brothers from New York - Oren, Tal and Alon Alexander - are on trial for allegedly using their money, status and connections to lure women and girls into sexual assaults. Prosecutors claim the brothers "masqueraded as party boys" to gain access to victims, sometimes using drugs, alcohol or force to carry out rapes. The defense argues the brothers were simply womanizers, not criminals.
Why it matters
This high-profile case sheds light on how individuals with wealth and privilege can allegedly abuse that power to sexually assault vulnerable people. It also raises questions about the role of money, status and connections in enabling predatory behavior.
The details
Prosecutors allege the Alexander brothers, who come from a wealthy family, used their money and status to lure women and girls to exclusive parties and events where they would sexually assault them. In one case, Oren Alexander allegedly raped a 17-year-old girl who was "far from sober" and has no memory of the incident. Alon Alexander is accused of raping a woman at an exclusive party after she lost consciousness. Tal Alexander is accused of sexually assaulting a woman in the Hamptons after inviting her there.
- The alleged incidents occurred between 2014 and 2026.
- The trial began on January 28, 2026.
The players
Oren Alexander
One of the three Alexander brothers on trial, a 38-year-old former real estate titan accused of sexually assaulting multiple women.
Tal Alexander
One of the three Alexander brothers on trial, a 39-year-old former real estate titan accused of sexually assaulting a woman in the Hamptons.
Alon Alexander
One of the three Alexander brothers on trial, a 38-year-old former real estate titan accused of raping a woman at an exclusive party.
Madison Smeyser
The federal prosecutor leading the case against the Alexander brothers.
Teny Geragos
The defense attorney representing the Alexander brothers, who argues they were womanizers but not criminals.
What they’re saying
“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.”
— Madison Smeyser, Federal Prosecutor
“They came from a wealthy family, and they lived a life of luxury. But their luxurious lifestyle had a dark side.”
— Madison Smeyser, Federal Prosecutor
“That's not trafficking. That's dating. That's hooking up.”
— Teny Geragos, Defense Attorney
What’s next
The trial is ongoing, and a verdict is expected in the coming weeks.
The takeaway
This case highlights how wealth and privilege can enable predatory behavior, and the importance of holding powerful individuals accountable for sexual assault allegations, regardless of their social status.
