New Accusations Against Alexander Brothers in Sex Trafficking Case

This week, new allegations emerged against three brothers accused of orchestrating a decade-long scheme involving the sex trafficking of women. Authorities are working to build a stronger case against these prominent defendants.

Tall Alexander, along with his brothers Oren and Aron, is facing multiple charges, including three counts of sex trafficking and conspiracy to engage in illegal sexual activities. A federal indictment also mentions coercive, deceptive, or forced sex trafficking.

According to court files, Tall Alexander faces additional charges related to sex trafficking, while Oren and Aron have been hit with extra counts for aggravated sexual abuse. These charges are based on allegations from at least six new victims.

The brothers have pleaded not guilty to the total of ten charges against them.

Kelly Hyman, a trial lawyer and host of a True Crime Podcast, commented on the seriousness of the allegations, stating, “Federal charges involve severe penalties compared to state-level crimes.” Prosecutors claim the trio sexually exploited victims by enticing them with promises of luxury travel and other high-end experiences, operating from 2009 to 2021.

“In sex trafficking scenarios, deceit, drugs, and false promises of luxury can be pivotal in proving coercion,” Hyman added. “The burden of proof lies with the prosecution, and ultimately, the jury will decide on the evidence’s weight.”

The indictment alleges the brothers inflicted harm on victims shortly after meeting them. In many cases, the victims were drugged to incapacitate them before the assaults.

Charges date back to activities in both New York City and Miami, focusing mainly on attacks within private homes and businesses. Prosecutors noted that after some assaults, the brothers offered victims gifts like travel and concert tickets.

Hyman emphasizes that proving sex trafficking in federal court requires demonstrating the use of “power, threats, fraud, or coercion.” However, if minors are involved, the prosecution only needs to establish that the defendant knowingly engaged minors in commercial sexual conduct.

Aron Alexander’s lawyer, Howard Slebnick, mentioned a polygraph test taken by his client, asserting that he did not engage in sexual acts with anyone he knew. He passed this test, and Slebnick believes this is significant.

Tall Alexander’s legal team previously stated that the new indictment represents an attempt to broaden legal interpretations unjustly. Oren Alexander’s lawyers have yet to respond to requests for commentary.

The Alexander brothers are currently held at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn, awaiting trial. If convicted of the federal charges, they could face up to 15 years in prison.