Tech giants have received directives to safeguard Andrew Mountbatten Windsor’s communications with Jeffrey Epstein, as part of a criminal inquiry. Prosecutors have also requested the preservation of the royal’s discussions with Ghislaine Maxwell. New Mexico’s Attorney General Raúl Torrez has sent notifications to over twenty companies, including Google, WhatsApp, Yahoo, American Express, and Expedia.
These companies have been instructed to secure any records related to Epstein’s Zorro Ranch and the individuals associated with it, which includes the royal. A source familiar with the investigation revealed that Andrew had visited the ranch multiple times, and former staff have been questioned about his presence there and his activities.
The letters sent in May represent a significant advancement in the investigation into Epstein’s expansive Santa Fe ranch, where numerous women and girls claim they were exploited. Jaron Lanier disclosed Epstein’s intentions to turn the ranch into a place for impregnating victims. Investigators are keen on preserving communications involving Epstein, Maxwell, and all visitors to the ranch.
The focus of the inquiry includes individuals like Lesley Groff and Maxwell, who is serving a prison sentence for sex trafficking. AG Torrez emphasized the importance of survivor testimony for the investigation. The preservation orders serve as a critical step in shedding light on the activities at Zorro Ranch.
For Mountbatten Windsor, the investigation signifies a continuation of the scandal surrounding his association with Epstein. Andrew’s alleged connections and interactions at Zorro Ranch have come under scrutiny. Messages exchanged between him, Epstein, and Maxwell are now subject to investigation, potentially affecting his standing.
Ranch staff have detailed life at Zorro, from daily operations to the movements of high-profile guests. Investigators are interested in guest lists, property access, and activities on the estate. The broad scope of companies now obligated to retain records underscores the gravity with which the case is being handled.
Despite Andrew’s denial of any misconduct, investigators are pursuing evidence that may still exist. The case’s reopening and the preservation letters sent to major companies indicate the belief that crucial information remains. The New Mexico Attorney General’s Office declined to comment due to the ongoing criminal investigation.
