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Extraction Summary
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People
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Organizations
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Locations
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Events
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Relationships
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Document Information
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Book excerpt / evidence exhibit
File Size:
1.93 MB
Summary
This document is an excerpt from Chapter 27 of a book detailing the relationship between Steven Hoffenberg and Jeffrey Epstein, specifically centered around July 1987. It describes Hoffenberg's company, Towers Financial Corporation, and his motivation for hiring Epstein to gain Wall Street respectability. The text also alludes to Hoffenberg's eventual criminal conspiracy and comparisons to Bernie Madoff.
People (3)
| Name | Role | Context |
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| Steven Hoffenberg | Head of Towers Financial Corporation |
Described as a precursor to Bernie Madoff, a 'Brooklyn boy' and college dropout who hired Epstein.
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| Jeffrey Epstein | Employee/Consultant |
Hired by Hoffenberg for his knowledge of Wall Street inner workings; former options trader at Bear Stearns.
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| Bernie Madoff | Comparison Figure |
Used as a comparison for Hoffenberg regarding financial swindling.
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Organizations (4)
| Name | Type | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Towers Financial Corporation |
Company headed by Hoffenberg that bought debts/medical bills.
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| Bear Stearns |
Epstein's former employer where he traded options.
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| SEC |
Securities and Exchange Commission (mentioned in fragment on right page).
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| Pan American World Airways |
Target of a takeover/greenmailing attempt by Hoffenberg.
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Timeline (2 events)
1987
Hoffenberg hires Epstein to gain respect and Wall Street expertise.
New York
July 10, 1987
Locations (2)
| Location | Context |
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Financial district context for both men.
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Origin of both Hoffenberg and Epstein.
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Relationships (2)
Hoffenberg hired Epstein because he fit the bill of someone familiar with Wall Street.
Described as both being 'Brooklyn boys' and 'college dropouts'.
Key Quotes (4)
"Before there was Bernie Madoff, there was Steven Hoffenberg."Source
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"Jeffrey Epstein, who had traded options for Bear Stearns, fit the bill."Source
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"One thing Hoffenberg wanted was respect. The other was someone who was familiar with Wall Street's inner workings."Source
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Quote #3
"A college dropout, like Epstein."Source
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