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ew accusations against the Alexander brothers, accused of orchestrating a decade-long sex trafficking scheme, have emerged as authorities seek to strengthen their case. Tal and Oren Alexander, along with their brother Alon, face charges including conspiracy to commit sex trafficking, inducement to travel for unlawful sexual activity, and three counts of sex trafficking by force, fraud or coercion.

    The brothers pleaded not guilty to all 10 charges, which include an additional count of aggravated sex abuse against Alon and Oren. The allegations stem from at least six new victims, including a minor. "The federal charges are serious because they involve sex trafficking and aggravated sexual abuse," said Kelly Hyman, a trial attorney.

    Prosecutors allege the brothers lured dozens of women to be sexually assaulted by promising luxury travel and other expensive accommodations. They would organize elaborate vacations for their victims, subsequently assaulting them while traveling. The indictment states that the brothers incapacitated the women before they were assaulted and raped – sometimes alongside multiple men – with some attacks happening within hours of meeting the victims.

    The scheme allegedly operated from New York City and Miami, Florida, centering around where their homes and businesses were located. Prosecutors claim the brothers would offer their victims material items after the attacks, including travel, concert tickets, and other luxury experiences.

    In sex trafficking cases, deception, drugs, and false pretenses can be considered important facts if they contribute to force, fraud or coercion. The prosecution must prove these charges beyond a reasonable doubt, and it's up to the jury to decide what weight to give these facts based on the evidence presented.

    If convicted of federal charges, the brothers could face 15 years to life in prison. They are currently being held at Brooklyn's Metropolitan Detention Center as they await trial.