In a dramatic development tied to the fallout from the release of previously sealed Epstein files, the New Mexico Land Commissioner has formally called for a full investigation into allegations that two girls were strangled and buried in the hills near Jeffrey Epstein’s former Zorro Ranch, a claim now drawing heightened scrutiny from state and federal officials.
These claims, originating from an anonymous 2019 email that surfaced again in newly disclosed Justice Department documents, allege that two “foreign girls” were killed under disturbing circumstances on the orders of Epstein and his associate. The land commissioner’s appeal to authorities comes amid a broader effort by lawmakers and advocates to uncover the truth about activities that may have taken place on and around the sprawling ranch.
Allegations, Authorities, and Growing Calls for Answers
The core of the controversy stems from an email sent in late 2019 to radio host Eddy Aragon, purporting to be from a former Zorro Ranch employee. The anonymous message claimed that two individuals died from “strangulation during rough fetish sex” and were subsequently buried in the hills adjoining the ranch property. It also referenced alleged videos depicting sex with minors, offered in exchange for bitcoin.
Although the FBI was reportedly contacted at the time the email first emerged, no public findings were ever released, and no known follow-up was made. Now that the message has reappeared among the expansive trove of Epstein documents recently published, concerns have resurfaced.
What the Land Commissioner Is Demanding
New Mexico Land Commissioner Stephanie Garcia Richard has responded by sending letters to both the New Mexico Attorney General and the U.S. Attorney’s Office, urging them to thoroughly investigate the claims. Her office highlighted the proximity of state trust lands to the former ranch site as a reason the allegations merit careful examination.
Garcia Richard has also expressed frustration that the state continued to lease land near Zorro Ranch to Epstein’s company until 2019, which she terminated when she took office. She says the new information — even if unverified — warrants a deeper look by authorities with investigative authority and resources.
Why This Matters Now
This renewed call for action comes against the backdrop of broader public scrutiny over the release of millions of pages of previously sealed Epstein-related documents by the Department of Justice. Those records have reignited debate over what truly occurred at Epstein’s properties — including Zorro Ranch — and whether justice was fully served for his victims.
Local lawmakers in New Mexico are also pushing for the creation of a “truth-finding” commission that would investigate Epstein’s activities in the state, including possible abuse, trafficking, or other crimes linked directly to the ranch.
Attorney General Response and Legal Limitations
The New Mexico Attorney General’s office has acknowledged receiving Garcia Richard’s letter but says the available information — drawn from anonymous emails — makes it difficult to evaluate the credibility of the claims. Officials say they will attempt to retrieve the original, unredacted materials and will only proceed with the next steps if the information can be verified.
At present, state authorities maintain that there is no conclusive evidence beyond the email itself, and no formal investigations into this alleged burial have been announced.
Public Reaction and Broader Context
Community members and news outlets have reacted to the explosive nature of the allegations with a mix of concern and skepticism. Some argue that these claims — if proven true — would dramatically expand our understanding of the horrors tied to Epstein’s network, while others caution that unverified allegations should not be treated as established fact.
Experts also note that Epstein’s Zorro Ranch has been the subject of previous scrutiny, including survivor testimonies and high-profile media investigations that have painted the property as a site of systemic abuse and trafficking. Last year’s documents released by major news outlets — including The Guardian — detailed decades of disturbing allegations involving minors and powerful figures connected to the ranch.
What Happens Next
With the land commissioner’s request now on the official record, the next steps hinge on whether state and federal enforcement agencies agree to take up the investigation. At this stage, neither the FBI nor the U.S. Attorney’s Office has publicly confirmed an ongoing probe related to the burial claim, and it remains unclear whether credible evidence beyond the anonymous email exists.
For now, the episode has reignited debates about accountability, transparency, and justice for victims of Epstein’s crimes — and whether the full truth about what happened on and around Zorro Ranch will ever be known.
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