Jeffrey Epstein (1953–2019) was an American financier who later became widely known for his involvement in a series of high-profile sexual abuse and trafficking cases. In 2008, Epstein was convicted in Florida on charges related to the exploitation of minors. He was arrested again in 2019 on federal charges of sex trafficking involving underage victims across multiple locations. The case drew significant global attention to Epstein’s social and professional network, raising broader discussions around power, accountability, and the protection of victims. In August 2019, Jeffrey Epstein died in custody, with authorities ruling his death a suicide. His case remains a major reference point in public discourse on sexual crimes, legal responsibility, and systemic reform.