What is Zorro Ranch in New Mexico?
Zorro Ranch is a property near Stanley, New Mexico, that once belonged to Jeffrey Epstein, the financier who was later convicted of sex crimes. Sources describe it as the ranch where Epstein's alleged abuse of survivors took place. It is now at the center of a New Mexico civil lawsuit.
Why it's in the news
New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez filed a civil suit against Jeffrey Epstein's longtime attorney and accountant, accusing them of helping to conceal Epstein's crimes. The complaint points to Zorro Ranch as one of the locations involved.
- Jeffrey Epstein Zorro Ranch Lawsuit — New Mexico attorney general sues two Epstein advisers over alleged cover-up
Background
Zorro Ranch is a ranch near Stanley, New Mexico, which was owned by Jeffrey Epstein. Sources describe it as one of the locations connected to the allegations against him. Epstein died in custody before his criminal case went to trial, and his estate is still being settled.
The ranch is part of the Epstein story because of allegations tied to it that appeared in Justice Department files released late last year. After those files came out, New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez's office began looking into Epstein's property in the state earlier this year.
On Wednesday, Torrez filed a civil lawsuit in federal court in New Mexico against Darren Indyke, Epstein's longtime attorney, and Richard Kahn, his longtime accountant. The complaint says the two men helped Epstein's crimes and hid them, and it names Zorro Ranch as a place where Epstein's alleged abuse of survivors happened. The lawsuit also asks a court to stop Indyke and Kahn from receiving payments from the estate while the case goes forward. Indyke and Kahn deny knowing about or taking part in Epstein's sexual abuse or trafficking, and their lawyer says they were not given a chance to speak with the attorney general's office before the suit was filed.
What people are asking
Where is Zorro Ranch?
Zorro Ranch is near Stanley, New Mexico. Sources do not give a street address, so no exact street address is provided here.
Who owned Zorro Ranch?
The ranch belonged to Jeffrey Epstein. It was described as his property in New Mexico.
Why is Zorro Ranch in the news?
New Mexico's attorney general filed a civil lawsuit against Epstein's longtime attorney, Darren Indyke, and longtime accountant, Richard Kahn. The complaint names Zorro Ranch as a location tied to Epstein's alleged abuse.
Is Zorro Ranch in Arizona?
No. The ranch is near Stanley, New Mexico, according to the sources.