According to a BBC investigation, Jeffrey Epstein purchased a luxurious palace in the Palm Grove of Marrakech, Morocco, on July 5, 2019, just one day before his arrest on charges of sex trafficking. This property transaction amounted to $14.95 million and was revealed through a bank receipt published in what are now known as the 'Epstein papers', which have been declassified by U.S. courts. Epstein's financial dealings were known to be complex, and this transaction marked his last purchase before his arrest.

The interest in acquiring the Moroccan palace may have stemmed from Epstein's desire for a safe refuge in a country that does not have an extradition treaty with the United States. This has led to speculation that he was aware of his imminent arrest and sought to secure a location where he could avoid legal consequences. However, an unnamed former associate of Epstein dismissed this notion, suggesting that his motives were unrelated to fleeing justice.

This turn of events highlights the lengths Epstein went to maintain control over his assets and potentially evade law enforcement. The implications of such a purchase, made right before his arrest, reflect the ongoing complexity of his financial maneuvers and raise questions regarding the extent to which he anticipated the repercussions of his actions.