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Activist Hogtied on Epstein Island After Probe
30 Apr
Summary
- Activist arrested for trespassing on Jeffrey Epstein's island.
- Group claims they were investigating theories about Epstein's survival.
- Activist alleges unlawful restraint and assault by island personnel.
Benjamin Owen, founder of the anti-trafficking nonprofit We Fight Monsters, was arrested for trespassing on Jeffrey Epstein's Little St. James island last Saturday. Owen and his group were reportedly exploring theories that Epstein might still be alive, though they found no evidence.
Island personnel informed Virgin Islands Police that Owen was detained after allegedly pushing a pregnant woman during a confrontation. However, Owen's group contends they were attempting to leave when security intervened. Owen claims he was hogtied, bound with flex cuffs, and left in a "dungeon" until dehydrated.
Authorities indicated probable cause that Owen had been unlawfully restrained. In a separate incident, one island worker was charged with assault in front of officers. Owen, now out on bond, stated his objective was to raise awareness for his nonprofit. He is scheduled to appear in court on May 15.
