Exclusive: Roza Gilles, 18, Abused by Epstein During Jail Time
Qwenews.com – Exclusive details reveal that Roza Gilles, an 18-year-old model, became one of Jeffrey Epstein’s earliest victims while he was incarcerated. In the summer of 2009, she began working at a high-rise office in downtown Palm Beach, where her modeling career was initially on track. However, her job soon became a front for Epstein’s exploitation, as the agency he controlled demanded significant financial commitments. Gilles, who had moved to the U.S. from Uzbekistan after a representative from Epstein’s network approached her backstage, found herself in a precarious situation. Desperate to stay, she accepted Epstein’s offer of a weekend role as a receptionist, which helped cover her expenses but also marked the start of her ordeal.
The First Abduction
On her first day, Gilles witnessed an unsettling ritual: a woman massaging Epstein’s feet, a detail that hinted at the power dynamics in play. As Epstein settled into his routine, the woman beckoned Gilles to sit beside him. She noticed a black plastic band on his ankle, connected to a blinking device, and questioned its purpose. Epstein and the woman laughed, dismissing her concern. Moments later, he directed her to remove her shirt, leaving her in a state of shock as the woman proceeded to unbutton her own blouse and bra before leaving the room.
“I froze,” Gilles recounted. “And the woman comes over and starts unbuttoning my blouse. She takes it off, then she takes off my bra, and then she walks out.”
The incident was the first of many, but Gilles only later learned that the ankle monitor indicated Epstein was serving a sentence for soliciting prostitution from a minor. Her account, shared exclusively with CNN, provides a rare glimpse into Epstein’s 2008 plea deal in Florida. This agreement allowed him to spend most of his time outside prison, creating an environment where abuse could continue unchecked. The arrangement also facilitated the use of his influence to recruit young women, including foreign models like Gilles, into his web of exploitation.
Abuse in the Workplace
At the Florida Science Foundation, a non-profit organization established in November 2007, Epstein’s activities thrived. The 14th-floor office, accessible via elevator, became a hub for frequent visitors, many of whom were connected to his network. Survivors described the space as a setting for repeated sexual assaults, often occurring in private rooms or behind closed doors. One woman recalled Epstein’s daily routine: mornings began with coffee and a muffin, followed by naps on a futon in a conference room. His ankle monitor would sometimes trigger, prompting him to sprint outside to reset it, a habit that underscored the ease with which he could evade scrutiny.
Officers stationed near the entrance seemed to be more concerned with Epstein’s presence than his alleged crimes. Two unnamed survivors told CNN they believed the sheriff’s presence was a sign of oversight, not intervention. Gilles, however, had a different experience at Epstein’s West Palm Beach mansion. One morning, she spotted a uniformed officer in the kitchen, briefly hopeful that justice might finally arrive. Yet, the officer’s lack of action reinforced the sense that Epstein’s legal privileges protected him from accountability.
“I thought to myself, ‘Thank you, this is going to be the day that this all stops,’” she said, highlighting her fleeting optimism. “But it only lasted for a moment.”
Epstein’s conduct remained unapologetic, with Gilles describing his lack of remorse. “The things he was doing to me hurt me so much, and left the biggest scar,” she said. “I will never be able to move on from this, no matter how hard I try.” Her testimony, part of an exclusive investigation, underscores how Epstein’s legal system enabled him to manipulate both time and space. Survivors described how his ability to move freely between prison and the outside world created a cycle of abuse that persisted for years.
The Legal Framework Enabling Abuse
Epstein’s 2008 plea deal, which included a $12,000 fine and 18 months in prison, allowed him to serve his sentence in a federal facility in Brooklyn while maintaining ties to his operations in Florida. The agreement also included a condition that required him to report to a local sheriff’s office, a detail that survivors say was exploited to blur the lines between custody and freedom. Gilles’s account, exclusive to CNN, adds to a growing body of evidence that Epstein used his legal status to continue victimizing young women, even as he was under supervision.
Epstein’s ability to move between prison and the outside world was further supported by his ties to powerful figures. The ankle monitor, which tracked his movements, was often reset without difficulty, allowing him to frequent locations where he could lure new victims. Gilles’s experience, shared exclusively with CNN, illustrates how the legal system’s leniency created a perfect environment for his abuse. Her story is now part of a larger narrative that has exposed Epstein’s network of exploitation, with exclusive reports revealing how he manipulated both the law and his victims.
“Epstein had no remorse, and the legal system let him get away with it,” Gilles said, emphasizing the impact of his actions. “I didn’t realize how deep it went until I saw the ankle monitor and knew he was in jail.”
Exclusive details from the investigation also highlight how Epstein’s abuse of power extended beyond personal relationships. His network, including individuals who operated in secrecy, used the legal framework to facilitate his continued exploitation. Gilles’s testimony, part of an exclusive interview with CNN, sheds light on the systemic failures that allowed Epstein to abuse young women while serving jail time. As the story unfolds, it becomes clear that Epstein’s legal privileges were not just a convenience but a calculated strategy to ensure his crimes went undetected for years.
