Epstein Survivor Details Horrific Assault on Private Jet
A survivor of Jeffrey Epstein's trafficking ring has revealed harrowing details of her ordeal, stating that women who recruited her laughed as she was sexually assaulted on a private jet. Juliette Bryant, now 43, was trafficked from Cape Town to Epstein's properties in the Caribbean and New Mexico, describing her entrapment as both physical and psychological.
Invisible Chains of Psychological Bondage
Bryant explained that Epstein's network extended to Africa's southern coast, using psychological manipulation to keep victims ensnared for years. "Invisible chains is a good way to put it, it was like I was handcuffed invisibly," she said. She kept the abuse secret from her family until Epstein's death, highlighting the deep trauma inflicted.
Recruitment from Cape Town in 2002
As a 20-year-old first-year university student and aspiring model in 2002, Bryant was recruited by Epstein in Cape Town. She believed her financial struggles were ending when she met Epstein at a restaurant with Bill Clinton, Kevin Spacey, and Chris Tucker. Three weeks later, she flew to New York, only to be redirected to a private jet at Teterboro Airport in New Jersey.
Assault During Flight to Caribbean Island
On the jet, with Epstein and her recruiters present, Bryant was assaulted shortly after takeoff. "He patted the chair next to him... and then I went and sat there. It was such a confusing situation for a young person to be in," she recalled. As the plane ascended, Epstein forcibly touched her, and the recruiting women laughed, leaving her petrified and fearing for her life.
Trafficking Patterns and Ongoing Abuse
Emails from Epstein files indicate other young women were trafficked from Cape Town to locations like London and New York until 2018. Bryant was not trafficked to other men but was repeatedly raped by Epstein at his properties. She spent isolated time on his island, taking photos with disposable cameras that captured both smiles and desolation.
Psychological Impact and Public Exposure
Even after returning to Cape Town, Bryant boarded more flights to Epstein's properties worldwide, meeting victims from various countries. She continues to grapple with psychological recovery, exacerbated by constant news exposure. "I look on Facebook, I see Epstein's face. I look on X, I see Epstein's face... it has made me feel physically ill," she admitted.
Unredacted Emails and Legal Fallout
The recent U.S. Department of Justice release of Epstein files included unredacted emails from Bryant, showing her contacting Epstein until 2017. She explained these were sent during breakdowns or while drinking, under his psychological grip. This exposure has confused the public but underscores the complex dynamics of abuse in trafficking cases.
