Giuffre was a prominent accuser of Epstein and his former girlfriend Ghislaine Maxwell, alleging they trafficked her to Prince Andrew when she was 17, a claim he has denied.
Her family expressed that she was a “fierce warrior in the fight against sexual abuse” and that the impact of the abuse she suffered became too much to bear.
They stated, “She lost her life to suicide, after being a lifelong victim of sexual abuse and sex trafficking.”
West Australia police confirmed they were called to her residence in Neergabby where Giuffre was found unresponsive.
A police statement added that the death is under investigation by Major Crime detectives and currently appears to be non-suspicious.
Giuffre, originally from the United States, had been residing in North Perth with her three children and husband Robert, though there were recent reports suggesting a split in their 22-year marriage.
Recently, Giuffre shared on Instagram that she was seriously injured in a car accident, which her family later clarified was not intended for public knowledge. Local police later disputed the severity of the crash.
Giuffre claimed Epstein and Maxwell trafficked her to Prince Andrew when she was 17. Prince Andrew denied all allegations and reached an out-of-court settlement with her in 2022, expressing regret for his association with Epstein without admitting liability.
Giuffre described herself as a victim of sex trafficking, detailing her encounters with Maxwell and Epstein, who was facing sex trafficking charges before his death in prison in 2019.
Maxwell was sentenced to 20 years in prison for her role in Epstein’s trafficking and abuse.
If you are struggling with distress or despair, support is available. In the UK, visit the BBC Action Line. In the US, contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline on 1-800-273-8255 or text HOME to 741741. In the US and Canada, dial 988. Young people can reach out to Kids Help Phone at 1-800-668-6868.
