Epstein Estate Lawyer Darren Indyke Faces House Oversight Questions Amid FBI Memos Alleging ‘Don’t Talk to Police’ Warnings
FBI FD‑302 interview memos cited by reporters say a former Polish model and traveling assistant told agents that in 2005 Jeffrey Epstein told her of an investigation “to do with visas” and that estate lawyer Darren Indyke called her into his office and told her not to talk to law enforcement; in a 2019 interview she said Epstein had pushed her to seek Indyke’s help with immigration, that he was unable to assist, and allegedly reiterated she should “never talk to the police.” Estate lawyer Daniel Weiner says Indyke and fellow estate lawyer Richard Kahn “categorically” deny knowingly facilitating or assisting Epstein’s abuse or trafficking, Oversight Democrats including Rep. Robert Garcia have expressed skepticism of blanket denials, and MS NOW notes the 302 accounts about Indyke are largely uncorroborated and that it is unaware of any allegation that Kahn or Indyke directly participated in or witnessed sexual abuse.
📌 Key Facts
- FBI FD‑302 interview memos record that a former Polish model and traveling assistant said in 2005 Jeffrey Epstein told her of an investigation 'to do with visas' and that Darren Indyke called her into his office and told her not to talk to law enforcement.
- In a 2019 follow‑up interview the same witness said Epstein had pushed her to seek Indyke’s help with immigration, that Indyke was unable to assist, and that he allegedly reiterated she should 'never talk to the police,' which the witness said made her think something was 'off.'
- Darren Indyke and Richard Kahn testified before the House Oversight Committee; Kahn opened by saying he never saw minors around Epstein or heard complaints of abuse, statements that Oversight Democrats including Rep. Robert Garcia publicly questioned as lacking credibility.
- Daniel Weiner, an estate lawyer, issued a statement saying both Indyke and Kahn 'categorically' deny knowingly facilitating or assisting Epstein’s abuse or trafficking or being aware of it at the time, and he indicated a further statement would be made at the opening of Indyke’s testimony.
- MS NOW notes the FD‑302 accounts about Indyke are largely uncorroborated and that the outlet is not aware of any allegation that Kahn or Indyke directly participated in or witnessed sexual abuse.
- The FD‑302 memos have prompted congressional questioning of Indyke as he testifies, renewing scrutiny about what Epstein’s longtime lawyers knew and whether they advised witnesses not to speak to investigators.
📊 Relevant Data
In fiscal year 2024, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services certified 495 foreign national adults as victims of human trafficking, with 11 percent identified as sex trafficking victims, 75 percent as labor trafficking victims, and 10 percent as victims of both.
2025 Trafficking in Persons Report: United States — U.S. Department of State
Poverty and economic vulnerability contribute to higher risks of human trafficking among racial and ethnic minorities, with poverty rates at 24% for Native Americans, 20% for Black/African Americans, and 17% for Hispanics, compared to the national average of 11%.
Exposing Racial Disparities in Human Trafficking — Operation Underground Railroad
Limited education, lack of social support, and survival needs are factors that push individuals into exploitative situations leading to human trafficking.
Human trafficking risk factors, health impacts, and opportunities for intervention in Uganda: A qualitative analysis — PubMed Central
A Department of Homeland Security initiative launched in February 2025 uncovered widespread abuse and exploitation of unaccompanied migrant children placed with sponsors, including cases of sex and labor trafficking.
DHS initiative uncovers widespread abuse, exploitation of unaccompanied kids placed with sponsors — U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement
Financial institutions and professionals, including accountants, can facilitate human trafficking by handling suspicious transactions, though trained staff are encouraged to report behavioral indicators to combat it.
The Role of the Financial Sector: Promising Practices in the Eradication of Trafficking in Persons — U.S. Department of State
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- Details from FBI FD‑302 interview memos show a former Polish model and traveling assistant told federal agents that in 2005 Jeffrey Epstein informed her of an investigation 'to do with visas' and that Darren Indyke then called her into his office and told her not to talk to law enforcement.
- In a subsequent 2019 interview, the same witness said Epstein pushed her to seek Indyke’s help with immigration but that he was unable to assist and allegedly reiterated that she should 'never talk to the police,' which she said made her think something was 'off.'
- The article contrasts Richard Kahn’s opening‑statement claim that he never saw minors around Epstein or heard complaints of abuse with skepticism from Oversight Democrats such as Ranking Member Robert Garcia, who publicly questioned the credibility of Kahn’s blanket denials.
- Estate lawyer Daniel Weiner provided a statement saying both Indyke and Kahn 'categorically' deny knowingly facilitating or assisting Epstein’s abuse or trafficking, or being aware of it at the time, and promised a further statement at the opening of Indyke’s testimony.
- MS NOW notes explicitly that the 302 accounts about Indyke are largely uncorroborated and that it is unaware of any allegation that Kahn or Indyke directly participated in or witnessed sexual abuse.