Joseph Recarey
Lead Palm Beach detective on the Epstein case; deceased
Also known as: Joe Recarey
Palm Beach Police detective who was the lead investigator in the original Epstein case. Identified and interviewed dozens of victims. Died in May 2018 at age 50.
His detailed investigative work formed the basis for the federal case.
Joseph Recarey is mentioned in documents or reporting related to the Epstein case. Being mentioned does not imply any wrongdoing, criminal conduct, or inappropriate behavior.
At a Glance
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Search Warrant Return: 05-368
“This document is a Search Warrant Return from the Palm Beach Police Department, detailing property s”
Court Filing: 23509
“The document discusses the plaintiff's request to exceed the presumptive ten deposition limit in a c”
Court Filing - Motion in Limine: 446
“Ghislaine Maxwell's defense team files a motion to exclude evidence seized during a 2005 search of J”
Police Incident Report: 11-3
“The document is a Palm Beach Police Department Incident Report detailing the service of Grand Jury S”
Palm Beach Police Department Property Receipt: PBPD Form #52
“The document is a Palm Beach Police Department Property Receipt, detailing items seized during a sea”
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“Named alongside other network members in 21 documents”
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Document Mentions (13)
Palm Beach Police Department Investigation Report (2005-2006)
The Palm Beach Police Department investigation that initiated the Epstein case. Began after a woman reported that her 14-year-old stepdaughter had been taken to Epstein's mansion. Detective Joseph Recarey identified over 30 underage victims during the investigation. The detailed police work ultimately led to an FBI referral, though the resulting federal plea deal was widely criticized as insufficient.
The document is a Palm Beach Police Department Incident Report detailing the service of Grand Jury S...
The document is a Palm Beach Police Department Incident Report detailing the service of Grand Jury Subpoenas and an investigation into witness intimidation. Officer Joseph Recarey served subpoenas to individuals, including a victim who was allegedly intimidated by a person known to Jeffrey Epstein. The victim identified the person who approached her and offered her not to testify in exchange for monetary compensation.
Search Warrant Return: 05-368
This document is a Search Warrant Return from the Palm Beach Police Department, detailing property seized from a location associated with Jeff Epstein, including various items like phone message books, file folders, and photographs.
Police Incident Report: 11-3
The document is a Palm Beach Police Department Incident Report detailing the service of Grand Jury Subpoenas and an investigation into witness intimidation. Officer Joseph Recarey served subpoenas to individuals, including a victim who was allegedly intimidated by a person known to Jeffrey Epstein. The victim identified the person who approached her and offered her not to testify in exchange for monetary compensation.
Court Filing: 23509
The document discusses the plaintiff's request to exceed the presumptive ten deposition limit in a civil case involving Jeffrey Epstein, arguing that the additional depositions are unnecessary and duplicative. The defendant objects, citing the cumulative nature of the testimony and the burden on witnesses and counsel. The court filing provides insight into the case's procedural posture and the parties' litigation strategies.
Court Filing - Motion in Limine: 446
Ghislaine Maxwell's defense team files a motion to exclude evidence seized during a 2005 search of Jeffrey Epstein's Palm Beach residence, citing concerns over authenticity, personal knowledge, and the right to confront Detective Recarey. The motion argues that the evidence is inadmissible and irrelevant to the charges against Maxwell.
Palm Beach Police Department Property Receipt: PBPD Form #52
The document is a Palm Beach Police Department Property Receipt, detailing items seized during a search warrant execution at Jeffrey Epstein's residence on October 20, 2005. The receipt lists various items, including audio and video tapes, photographs, and documents. The document is part of a public records request related to the investigation into Jeffrey Epstein.
Florida Circuit Court orders sealing of 2005 Palm Beach Police search warrant and affidavit
The document merely records a routine court order sealing a search warrant and related affidavit from 2005. It contains no names of influential actors, no financial or foreign links, and offers no act Search warrant and affidavit dated October 18, 2005 were sealed by Judge Laura Johnson. Affiant was Detective Joseph Recarey of Palm Beach Police. Sealing applies to the warrant, affidavit, and inven
Palm Beach Police Detective’s Report References Attorney Guy Fronstin, State Attorneys, and Potential Grand Jury Coordination in 2006
The passage provides a concrete police incident report with dates, names (Detective Joseph Recarey, ASA Daliah Weiss, ASA Lanna Belohlavek, attorney Guy Fronstin) and mentions an offer made to the def Detective Joseph Recarey filed a Palm Beach PD incident report on July 25, 2006. The report details attempts to contact two assistant state attorneys (Weiss and Belohlavek) about gr At 12:30 pm the d
Palm Beach prosecutors’ handling of Epstein case shows missed grand‑jury opportunities, alleged plea talks, and FBI involvement
The passage provides concrete details about internal prosecutorial negotiations, a purported plea offer, missed grand‑jury appearances, and a request for FBI investigation. These specifics (names, dat Detective Joseph Recarey was absent from a key meeting with prosecutors and later learned of a propo State Attorney Lanna Belohlavek reportedly offered Epstein a non‑jail plea that never materialized
Palm Beach Police‑State Attorney Dispute Over Epstein Plea Deal and Grand Jury Process
The passage details internal conflicts between Palm Beach police, the state attorney’s office, and Epstein’s defense team, including a reported plea‑deal offer, missed meetings, and a shift from a fel Detective Joseph Recarey allegedly missed a key meeting with prosecutors, suggesting possible intimi State Attorney Lanna Belohlavek reportedly offered Epstein a plea deal that would avoid jail time
Police report notes attempt to subpoena alleged Epstein houseman Alfredo Rodriguez and references calls tied to a February 2005 incident at Epstein...
The document provides a concrete name (Alfredo Rodriguez) linked to Jeffrey Epstein’s household and mentions a specific date (Feb 6 2005) and alleged incident at Epstein’s house, suggesting a possible Detective Joseph Recarey attempted to serve a subpoena on Alfredo Rodriguez, identified as a former Rodriguez had previously evaded service and was located in Miami. Phone records show multiple call
Palm Beach Police Report Details Missing Computer Hardware and Media at Jeffrey Epstein Residence
The report provides concrete, time‑stamped observations of removed computers and storage media at multiple locations in Epstein's home, suggesting deliberate destruction or concealment of digital evid Search conducted on Oct. 20, 2005 at 358 El Brillo Way, Palm Beach, FL. Detective Joseph Recarey directed the search and noted missing CPUs and storage media in three rooms A silver CPU with an A/V c
Email Mentions (1)
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