Department of Justice Files Place New Zealand Couple at Two Notorious Epstein Properties
Newly unsealed government records identify New Zealand nationals Brice and Karen Gordon as key managers for Jeffrey Epstein, the documents reveal the couple oversaw operations at both his New Mexico ranch and private Caribbean island during periods of alleged trafficking.
Decades of Scrutiny Surround Estate Management
The release of thousands of pages from the Department of Justice follows years of legal battles regarding the late financier's operations, Jeffrey Epstein utilized a vast network of employees to maintain his luxury properties across the United States and the Caribbean. His arrest in 2019 and subsequent death in jail left many questions unanswered regarding the day-to-day operations of his estate, investigators have long sought to understand who facilitated the logistics of his lifestyle. The properties involved in this latest revelation were central to federal trafficking charges, the Zorro Ranch and Little St. James Island served as primary locations for his alleged criminal enterprise.
Records Track Movement Between Zorro Ranch and Little St. James
Detailed employment records place Brice and Karen Gordon at the center of property operations, a search of the document library returns over 11,000 mentions of Brice Gordon's name within the files. A permit application filed with environmental regulators in 2011 explicitly listed him as the manager for Little St. James, this timeline aligns with periods of alleged abuse on the island. Emails from 2016 further describe the Caribbean location as the couple's new home after their time in New Mexico, they previously oversaw the daily functions of the Zorro Ranch near Santa Fe.
These files provide a granular look at the staffing infrastructure that kept the estates running, the documents offer proof of the couple's long-term presence at these isolated locations. While the records establish their employment history and managerial roles, they do not accuse the Gordons of participating in any sexual abuse or criminal activity. The data highlights how Epstein moved trusted staff between his various residences, this ensured continuity in the management of his private domains over several years.
New Mexico Lawmakers Push for Truth Commission
The identification of specific staff members helps investigators map the hierarchy of Epstein's organization, authorities continue to examine how he maintained his operations for so long without intervention. State representatives in New Mexico are now calling for a special commission to investigate activities at the Zorro Ranch, this body would possess subpoena power to compel testimony from former employees. Understanding the level of knowledge among staff remains a priority for victim advocates, the release of these names adds new dimensions to ongoing civil litigation and public inquiries.
The Department of Justice is expected to release additional tranches of evidence in the coming months, officials urge anyone with information about operations at these properties to contact federal authorities immediately.
