Three brothers jailed for 30 years over sex trafficking
A US federal judge in Manhattan sentenced brothers Tal, Oren and Alon Alexander to 30 years in prison each on Tuesday, 27 Oct, for sex trafficking and rape. Prosecutors had sought life sentences. The brothers, former luxury real-estate brokers, were convicted in March after a trial of several weeks. Prosecutors said more than 70 women reported being assaulted over at least 14 years. Twelve victims addressed the court before sentencing. Each brother must also pay at least $300,000 in fines, and Oren must pay a further $50,000 for producing child sexual abuse material.
Key facts
- The judge said the brothers' claimed rehabilitation since marrying and having children rings hollow.
- The brothers have been held without bail since their arrests in 2024.
- Tal Alexander is 40 years old; Oren and Alon are 39.
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Why it matters
The sentences close a federal case involving dozens of alleged victims across several decades.
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