‘Doofus’: Alexander Brothers’ Hearing Gets Heated as Defense Demands More Evidence

The legal teams representing the Alexander brothers, prominent figures in luxury real estate, and their associate, who have been accused of sexual assault in South Florida, are pushing for more evidence from the state in the ongoing case. The three men—Alon and Oren Alexander, along with their friend Ohad Fisherman—are facing serious charges related to multiple incidents involving the alleged sexual assault of women.

Charges Against the Defendants

Miami-Dade prosecutors accuse Ohad Fisherman, a South Florida real estate broker, of participating in a “gang rape” during a New Year’s Eve party on Miami Beach. The prosecution claims Fisherman pinned down a 25-year-old woman while the Alexander brothers forcibly raped her. Fisherman and Alon Alexander were charged in December with sexual battery by multiple perpetrators. In addition to this, Oren Alexander faces charges for three separate sexual assault incidents involving three women in Miami-Dade. The charges against the trio have stirred significant legal controversy, as defense attorneys argue that the prosecution has failed to provide substantial evidence to support their claims.

Disputed Evidence and Federal Involvement

Defense attorneys for the accused argue that the Miami-Dade state attorneys have not provided crucial evidence in the case. They point to the accuser’s statements as the primary evidence, but they claim that the key evidence, such as the Alexander brothers’ cell phones, is being withheld by the federal government. According to Jeffrey Sloman, Fisherman’s attorney, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for New York has refused to provide the phones, which were seized during a federal investigation.

Miami-Dade State Attorney Natalie Snyder has expressed frustration over the situation. In a recent hearing, she told Judge Lody Jean that the federal government had denied her request for the electronics, saying, “I would love to have what the federal government has in its possession… but they told me no.”

Defense attorneys hope to access the cell phone data, believing it could discredit the accusers’ claims by showing that there were communications between the alleged victims and the defendants after the incidents took place. One of the victims reportedly texted Alon Alexander saying, “What’s up?” to which he responded, “lol,” suggesting a more casual relationship than what has been described in the charges.

Request to Depose Personal Injury Attorney

In addition to the electronics, defense attorneys are seeking to depose Carissa Peebles, a personal injury attorney with Morgan and Morgan, representing one of the alleged victims. They argue that the accuser’s initial statements to Peebles are crucial, as she was the first person to hear about the alleged assault. The defense believes that these statements could play a critical role in challenging the credibility of the accuser’s claims, especially as Morgan and Morgan seek millions of dollars in damages for the woman. However, attorneys representing Morgan and Morgan are fighting to prevent the deposition, urging the judge to deny the request. The situation became more contentious during a Tuesday hearing, with some allegations of unprofessional behavior in the courtroom.

The Road Ahead

The legal battle is far from over, with several pending motions awaiting a ruling from Judge Lody Jean. The three men—Alon and Oren Alexander, along with Ohad Fisherman—have pleaded not guilty to all charges, and a tentative trial date has been set for May. The defense’s demand for more evidence and the ongoing legal proceedings are likely to keep the case in the public eye for some time.