Epstein ‘Alive’ Claims Resurface After File Release
Epstein was accused of operating a trafficking network that exploited dozens of underage girls, often luring them with offers of massages or modelling work
Fresh conspiracy theories claiming disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein may still be alive have circulated online following the public release of millions of case documents by the US Justice Department.
The Justice Department’s latest release of files about the convicted sex offender sparked fresh social media speculation that Epstein staged his death.
A viral image of a bearded man resembling Epstein also spread online, further amplifying the rumours, though observers said it could depict an unrelated individual or an AI-generated image.
However, a US government review has earlier concluded that Epstein died by suicide in federal custody in 2019 and found no evidence of a secret client list.
Epstein was accused of operating a trafficking network that exploited dozens of underage girls, often luring them with offers of massages or modelling work.
He maintained connections with several high-profile figures, including former US Presidents Bill Clinton and Donald Trump, Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates and Britain’s Prince Andrew.
Despite the reaffirmed findings, longstanding speculation has persisted due to security lapses reported at the jail and Epstein’s connections with powerful political and business figures. Online discussions intensified after the Justice Department released roughly 3.5 million documents linked to the case.
Authorities say there is no evidence supporting claims that Epstein escaped custody or remains alive.