Daniel Siad
French associate described as a recruiter for Epstein; received wire transfers from Deutsche Bank
Also known as: Amar Siad, Daniel Amar Siad, Siad Amar
Swedish modeling scout of Algerian Berber-Jewish origin, identified in declassified DOJ documents as a 'scout or recruiter of girls and/or women for J. Epstein,' per an email from Jean-Luc Brunel. Operating through contacts in the fashion industry, Siad forwarded modeling profiles, photographs, and videos of young women to Epstein across a network spanning Eastern Europe, Scandinavia, North Africa, and the Mediterranean from approximately 2009 to 2017. In February 2026, former Swedish model Ebba Karlsson filed a complaint in Paris accusing Siad of rape and human trafficking.
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Background
Daniel Siad, also known by the full name Daniel Amar Siad, is a French-based individual who maintained a years-long relationship with Jeffrey Epstein spanning at least from 2009 to 2018. His contact information includes a French mobile number (+33633582532) and a Belgian mobile number (+32489336992), as well as the email address photographtv.daniel@gmail.com, suggesting ties to photography and the modeling world. His bank account was held under the name 'Amar Siad' with a residence address provided to Epstein's financial staff.
Siad was described by sources connected to Jean-Luc Brunel as a 'scout' or 'recruiter of girls and/or women for J. Epstein.' His contact information was originally provided by Brunel, the late French modeling agent who was himself indicted on charges of sex trafficking in connection with Epstein. Siad's communications with Epstein reveal a pattern of arranging meetings with young women and models, coordinating travel, and receiving financial payments from Epstein's accounts.
Documents show Siad received wire transfers from Epstein's Deutsche Bank custody accounts denominated in euros, and communicated with Epstein's financial staff including Bella Klein and Richard Kahn regarding these payments. His contact information was forwarded by attorney Stan Pottinger to federal prosecutors (AUSA Amanda Kramer, SDNY) in 2016 and again in 2018, indicating law enforcement interest in his role.
Epstein Connection
Daniel Siad was directly connected to Jeffrey Epstein as a 'scout' or 'recruiter of girls and/or women,' according to descriptions attributed to Jean-Luc Brunel. Siad communicated directly with Epstein via email over a period spanning at least 2009 to 2018, discussing arrangements involving young women and models, travel coordination, and financial matters. He received payments from Epstein's Deutsche Bank accounts and was connected to Epstein through the modeling world, including through Jean-Luc Brunel. His contact information was provided to U.S. federal prosecutors as part of the investigation into Epstein's activities.
Key Allegations(7)
Described as a 'scout' or 'recruiter of girls and/or women for J. Epstein,' with this characterization attributed to information provided by Jean-Luc Brunel.
allegedCoordinated with Epstein regarding a meeting in Ibiza in July 2010 involving 'tigrane' and 'eight top girls' described as 'the most amazing top models.'
documentedSent photographs of women/girls to Jeffrey Epstein, including an email titled 'More pictures' in June 2009.
documentedEmailed Epstein about a woman described as '21 years old half Tunisian French citizen' who 'would like to travel,' suggesting he was presenting women for Epstein's consideration.
documentedReceived financial payments from Epstein's Deutsche Bank JEE Custody Account denominated in euros, including wire transfers processed through Epstein's financial team.
documentedThe Ibiza meeting referenced a scout named 'Tigrane' who was said to have 'used to scout for Trump' and had former connections with IMG modeling agency.
documentedCoordinated the sending of women to Epstein, with at least one email asking Epstein when he wanted a woman to come and instructing to 'let Daniel know.'
documentedLegal Status
Siad's contact information was forwarded by attorney Stan Pottinger to AUSA Amanda Kramer (USANYS) on May 3, 2016, and again on December 6, 2018, as a person described as a recruiter for Epstein. His contact info was listed as Exhibit O in court documents. No public charges or convictions have been documented.
Notable Statements(6)
“can you come to Ibiza or you can send us the ticket to come with”
“Hello Jeffrey when are you in Paris best regards Daniel”
“She is 21 years old half Tunisian French citizen would like to travel”
“i am sorry you feel insulted, i have always been honest with you. as you wish”
“I mean to open the shares of the company not charges wrong spelling”
“HELLO BELLA i went to the bank here all the details needed the office told me we dont use BIC”
Key Relationships(5)
Siad communicated directly with Epstein via email from at least 2009 to 2018, received wire transfers from Epstein's Deutsche Bank accounts, was described as a recruiter for Epstein, and coordinated meetings involving models and young women. (d-33396, sd-10-EFTA01365981, efta-efta01999257, efta-01793841, efta-02496830)
Bella Klein, part of Epstein's financial staff, processed wire transfers and bank details for Siad. Siad sent his bank account information directly to Klein for payment processing. (sd-10-EFTA01411969, efta-01388700, efta-efta01778194)
Richard Kahn of HBRK Associates sent emails attaching 'DB_JEE Custody Account_Daniel Siad Euros' documents, facilitating financial transfers from Epstein's accounts to Siad. (sd-10-EFTA01365981, sd-10-EFTA01357686, efta-01357686)
Darren Indyke, Epstein's attorney, was copied on financial emails regarding wire transfers to Siad from Epstein's accounts. (efta-01366429, sd-10-EFTA01365981)
Sigrid McCawley was cc'd on the original May 2016 email from Stan Pottinger providing Siad's contact information to federal prosecutors. (efta-efta00029100)
Timeline(17 events)
Siad sends email titled 'More pictures' to Jeffrey Epstein, which Epstein forwarded the following day.
Epstein emails Siad asking 'you ok?'
Siad emails Epstein from Ibiza about a meeting with 'tigrane' and 'eight top girls' described as 'the most amazing top models,' with references to Trump and IMG. Siad invites Epstein to Ibiza or requests tickets for travel.
Second email from Siad to Epstein about arranging tickets to Paris and the Ibiza meeting with '8 top girls.'
Epstein emails Siad: 'i am sorry you feel insulted, i have always been honest with you. as you wish,' suggesting a disagreement.
Siad emails Epstein with Yank Barry's phone number.
Siad emails Epstein asking when he will be in Paris.
Siad requests Epstein wire 1000 euros via Western Union. A Western Union security call about Daniel is made. Siad later confirms receipt and says 'See you in Paris.'
Epstein emails Siad: 'I will be in paris for the next two weeks.'
Richard Kahn emails Arthur Tendler (Deutsche Bank) and Darren Indyke regarding 'DB JEE Custody Account_Daniel Siad Euros_4-30-2014.pdf,' facilitating a wire transfer from Epstein's euro account.
Daniel Siad emails Epstein about a '21 years old half Tunisian French citizen' who 'would like to travel.'
Deutsche Bank processes Jeffrey Epstein EUR wire involving Siad's account. Callback coordination between Arthur Tendler and Amanda Kirby at Deutsche Bank.
Attorney Stan Pottinger forwards Siad's contact information to AUSA Amanda Kramer (USANYS), cc'ing Brad Edwards and Sigrid McCawley, describing Siad as a 'scout or recruiter of girls and/or women for J. Epstein' based on information from Brunel.
Siad emails Bella Klein with bank account details under the name 'Amar Siad' for a wire transfer from Epstein.
Wire transfer documentation for 'JEE wire to Siad' referencing Daniel Amar Said and a Sweden account is processed.
Siad emails Epstein about opening shares of a company, correcting a spelling error.
Siad's contact information is forwarded again internally within USANYS (AUSA Amanda Kramer to colleagues Alison Folger and Alexander Rossmiller) as part of the ongoing federal investigation.
At a Glance
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