Epstein's European network: The trail leads to Polish villages

Monday, Feb 9, 2026

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US documents reveal Jeffrey Epstein’s network involved recruiting young women across Eastern Europe, including Poland and Hungary.

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Documents released regarding Jeffrey Epstein’s case reveal connections to Polish and other European locations. The files indicate that Daniel Siad actively recruited young women in southern Poland, particularly in poorer villages near Beskid Mountains and Krakow, posing as a scout while claiming they were working as models. Siad detailed travel plans and the need for funds to cover expenses, including arranging meals with parents. Epstein’s network extended beyond Poland to include potential recruitment sites in Slovakia (KoÅ¡ice), Czech Republic (Olomouc), and Hungary. The documents also show collaboration with French model agent Jean-Luc Brunel, who allegedly used industry contacts to bring young women into Epstein’s circle. The Polish government has established a special investigation unit led by the Minister of Justice and Prosecutor Waldemar Å»urek to examine potential involvement. Furthermore, the files suggest Epstein maintained connections in Brussels through a modeling agency (Casting Factory) and an MC2 Model Management, with his European legal representative based there handling various transactions. While some domestic Hungarian media reports have focused on possible links to specific individuals, the released documents highlight broader exposure of several EU countries.

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