Virginia Roberts claims Jeffrey Epstein offered protection for silence on alleged sexual abuse allegations

Summary

Virginia Roberts claims Jeffrey Epstein offered protection for silence on alleged sexual abuse allegations The passage provides a first‑hand account that Epstein (or his lawyer) allegedly promised to ‘look after’ a witness who stayed silent about accusations of sexual misconduct involving minors. It names Bill Riley and a Mr. Goldberger as possible intermediaries, and references a lawyer on the call. While the claim is unverified, it suggests a possible intimidation or hush‑money scheme that could be pursued through witness interviews, subpoena of phone records, and review of Epstein’s legal team communications. The lead is moderately useful, moderately controversial, not entirely novel (similar hush‑money claims have appeared), and links to a high‑profile figure (Jeffrey Epstein). Key insights: Virginia Roberts says she was first contacted by Bill Riley (or possibly Mr. Goldberger) about Epstein.; Roberts reports that Epstein (via his lawyer) told her to stay quiet and that he would ‘look after’ her.; A follow‑up call allegedly involved Epstein on speakerphone with his lawyer present, repeating the offer of protection.