Kingston, Jamaica — 28 February 2026
A federal sex trafficking trial has begun in New York involving three brothers who built a high-profile luxury real estate business in major U.S. cities. The case, which centres on allegations of long-running sexual abuse and coercion, has drawn attention not only because of the seriousness of the charges but also because the accused were prominent figures in the ultra-luxury property market.
Prosecutors allege that the brothers used their wealth, status and professional networks to lure and exploit women over more than a decade. The defendants have pleaded not guilty and deny wrongdoing. If convicted, they face lengthy prison sentences.
The trial is unfolding in the United States, but it raises broader questions that resonate beyond one jurisdiction — including in Jamaica — about power, reputation, and the ethical foundations of the real estate profession.
A Case Beyond the Courtroom
According to the indictment, the brothers are accused of conspiring t…
