Russian Mogul Connected to Epstein Case Found Dead in Moscow Residence
Umar Dzhabrailov, a prominent Russian mogul who once described convicted sex-trafficker Ghislaine Maxwell as his "soulmate," was found deceased in a luxury apartment in Moscow on Monday, March 2. The discovery occurred just weeks after his name emerged in the recently released Jeffrey Epstein files, adding a layer of intrigue to the incident.
Details of the Discovery and Police Investigation
According to reports from the Russian outlet Kommersant, citing police sources, Dzhabrailov was discovered lying in a pool of blood with a gunshot wound to his head at approximately 3 a.m. Authorities found a Luger pistol near the body of the 67-year-old businessman, leading to initial suspicions of suicide. However, no suicide note was left at the scene, and Dzhabrailov had a prior history of attempting to take his own life in 2020, which complicates the investigation.
Connection to the Jeffrey Epstein Scandal
The timing of Dzhabrailov's death is notable, as he was among the Russian individuals named in the Justice Department's latest document dump related to Jeffrey Epstein. Emails from 2001 reveal Dzhabrailov attempting to arrange a meeting with Maxwell in Moscow. In one email dated May 24, he wrote, "Dear Ghislaine, I'm back from London, planing 2 B in Moscow. Really want 2 C U, but I need 2 know exactly when U arive, cause I want 2 take care of U and arrange welcoming things. Wishing U all the best! Umar." Maxwell responded the next day, indicating plans to meet the following week.
Dzhabrailov had publicly acknowledged his relationship with Maxwell after her conviction for aiding Epstein in sexually abusing underage girls. He referred to her as a "soulmate" but expressed shock at her involvement in the crimes, stating, "I never could have imagined that they were partners, that she was involved in finding those girls who are now all over the media." He also lamented her life sentence, calling her "the most charming woman."
Background and Business Ventures
Born in Chechnya, Dzhabrailov was a former senator and a successful businessman with significant holdings in Russia. He once owned the Radisson Slavyanskaya Hotel & Business Center in Moscow and led a company that managed various shopping centers across the country. His death raises questions about the potential implications of his ties to the Epstein case, though the exact nature of his relationship with Maxwell and Epstein remains unclear.
As investigations continue, authorities are examining all angles, including the possibility of suicide or other factors. The incident underscores the ongoing global interest in the Epstein scandal and its far-reaching connections.
