What did Epstein’s Paris apartment reveal?

Jeffrey Epstein maintained a large apartment at 22 Avenue Foch in Paris, one of the most prestigious addresses in France. French investigators searched and seized the property following his 2019 arrest, and it played a documented role in his international operations.

The Property: The Avenue Foch apartment was a substantial residence in the 16th arrondissement, located near the Arc de Triomphe. It was among the most expensive real estate in Paris. Epstein was returning from Paris when he was arrested at Teterboro Airport in July 2019.

French Judicial Investigation: After Epstein’s arrest, French authorities opened a judicial investigation into allegations of rape of minors on French territory. French prosecutors issued international requests for cooperation. The investigation expanded following Epstein’s death to include Maxwell and Brunel.

Evidence Gathered: French police searched the Paris apartment in 2019 following Epstein’s arrest in the U.S. Investigators reportedly recovered items including electronic devices and documents. However, the full scope of what was found has not been publicly detailed.

Recruiting in Europe: Testimony and evidence from civil proceedings established that Epstein and Maxwell operated in Europe, including in France, to recruit young women. Maxwell’s London connections were particularly important. Some victims described being approached or recruited in France.

Ghislaine Maxwell’s Connection: Maxwell had historically spent significant time in Paris and had French connections through her background (her father Robert Maxwell published newspapers in France). The Paris apartment served as a base for Epstein’s European operations.

2019 Visit: Epstein had been in Paris for approximately one week before his arrest. What he was doing there — and with whom — was of particular interest to investigators in both France and the U.S.