YouTuber's daring infiltration of Epstein's island resurfaces amid legal battles and Prime Video sale
A year-old video by American YouTuber Tyler Oliveira has resurfaced in discussions about Jeffrey Epstein's private island. Titled I Infiltrated Jeffrey Epstein's Island..., the footage shows Oliveira's daring attempt to explore the notorious Little Saint James in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Originally uploaded in May 2023, the video has reignited interest amid ongoing legal battles and the island's recent sale listing on Prime Video.
Oliveira's investigation begins with a jet ski approach to the island, followed by a drone launch to survey the area. The drone captures a strange white-painted temple, its entrances now welded shut, surrounded by benches and a firepit. Signs declare the island private property, warning off trespassers.
Despite the risks, Oliveira lands on the island and moves toward the temple undetected. Security measures—both physical and digital—become apparent when the drone's signal cuts out over certain zones. Eventually, guards spot him, forcing a hasty escape with all the footage intact.
The island remains under tight control. Since April 2023, the U.S. Virgin Islands government has taken legal action against JPMorgan Chase, settling for $75 million in September 2023 over claims the bank enabled Epstein's activities. In 2024, the island was listed for $63 million (later raised), though access stays restricted due to federal probes and safety concerns. Court records and statements from Attorney General Denise George's office confirm these limits remain in place as of early 2026.
Oliveira's video provides a rare glimpse inside Epstein's heavily guarded island, now tied to legal disputes and a high-profile sale on Prime Video. The footage, combined with ongoing investigations, keeps public attention fixed on Little Saint James—even as authorities maintain strict control over access.
