US multi-millionaire Jeffrey Epstein, accused of multiple sex crimes, has written a will two days before his alleged suicide, according to a media report. In it, the former hedge fund manager had transferred his assets in the amount of 578 million dollars (about 520 million euros) to a trust fund, reported yesterday (local time) the „New York Post“.
However, it is unclear who benefits from the „1953 Trust“. According to the US economic news agency Bloomberg News, the move may make it harder for suspected abuse victims to seek compensation.
Stocks, real estate, planes and cars
In his will, Epstein stated that he owns more than $ 300 million worth of stock, plus six luxury properties in locations such as New York, Paris, and Florida, and more than $ 18 million in aircraft, cars, and boats.
Epstein was found dead in his New York prison cell on August 10th. According to the Ministry of Justice, he committed suicide. The 66-year-old is said to have sexually abused young girls and women for years and instigated prostitution. In a conviction, the multimillionaire, who had good contacts with numerous politicians and celebrities, threatened up to 45 years in prison.
