A bipartisan commission of state lawmakers has launched an extensive search of Jeffrey Epstein’s 7,600-acre Zorro Ranch in New Mexico, citing concerns that federal authorities may have missed critical evidence during a 2019 investigation.

The property, located south of Santa Fe, is the focus of the inquiry after local officials alleged the FBI did not conduct a thorough excavation nearly five years ago. State investigators are examining whether potential evidence or human remains were overlooked or suppressed by federal authorities.

The Investigation’s Scope

The search represents an effort to address what officials describe as gaps in the original federal inquiry. The investigation seeks to determine whether any materials related to Epstein’s operations remain on the property.

Parallel efforts on Capitol Hill have intensified scrutiny of the financial systems that supported Epstein’s activities across multiple countries. Veteran accountant Richard Kahn testified before the House Oversight Committee about complex transactions tied to high-profile individuals, according to recent hearings.

Financial Records Under Review

Legal experts have noted that forensic audits of Epstein’s financial records could provide crucial insight into how his enterprise operated. Discussion during congressional testimony included transactions potentially connected to various individuals, though specific details remain subject to ongoing legal proceedings.

These parallel investigations-the physical search and financial analysis-aim to address questions that emerged after Epstein’s death in 2019. For advocates and victims, the renewed examination of the property and records represents an opportunity to understand the full scope of the criminal network.