Alexander Brother's Trial - Day 6

Overview

Day 6 of the Alexander brothers’ federal trial introduced testimony concerning an alleged assault dating back to 2012, expanding the timeline of allegations by more than a decade. The day focused heavily on issues of incapacitation, memory fragmentation, post-assault behavior, and corroboration, all within the unique setting of a multi-day cruise environment.

The government called two witnesses, beginning with a new complainant testifying under a pseudonym, followed by her sister, who offered corroborating testimony regarding her condition immediately after the alleged assault.

Witness One: “Rhonda Stone” (Pseudonym)

The prosecution called Rhonda Stone, who testified that she was sexually assaulted in January 2012, when she was 23 years old, during the Groove Cruise, a multi-day music cruise running from January 27 to January 30.

Background & Setting

Stone testified that she attended the cruise with her sister Britney, along with several friends. On the second night of the cruise, the group attended a late-night DJ set in the ship’s auditorium. Stone stated that she had not been drinking at that point in the evening.

She testified that the group encountered a man named Scotty, whom they had met the night before. While socializing in the auditorium, Scotty suggested obtaining “molly” and offered $500 for it. Stone volunteered to look for the substance, believing it would be readily available in a party environment. She testified that at the time, she had no understanding of what molly was.

Stone stated that she saw two men and a lady dancing nearby and instinctively believed they might have access to drugs. Those men were later identified as Oren and Alon Alexander. When she approached and asked if they had molly, they told her to follow them back to a cabin where they said it was available.

Stone testified that she followed them believing it would be a quick exchange and felt more comfortable doing so because the women with them accompanied the brothers as well.

Events in the Cabin

Stone testified that upon arriving at the cabin, she was offered a mixed drink. She stated that she took only a few sips. She testified that the woman in the bathing suit kissed her, at which point Stone backed away and said “no.”

Her next memories were fragmented. She testified that she was pulled away by one of the brothers and then experienced significant memory loss, drifting in and out of consciousness. She could not recall how much time had passed.

She recalled noticing a vitamin bottle in the room but testified that no one ingested anything from it and that she had no intention of consuming molly with the brothers. Her sole purpose, she said, was to obtain it and return to her friends.

Alleged Assault

When asked what she remembered upon regaining awareness, Stone testified explicitly that:

“The brothers were having sex with both of us and taking turns.”

She clarified that “us” referred to herself and the brunette woman.

Stone described feeling shocked, confused, and detached, stating that she was not participating in the act and had lost control over her body.

Her next memory was struggling to put her clothes back on and gathering the money she had brought with her. She then left the cabin and attempted to find her friends.

Immediate Aftermath

While searching through a dark nightclub area on the ship, Stone testified that she encountered a man named George, who noticed she appeared disoriented and led her out to the upper deck. There, she reunited with her friends and sister.

When asked what she told them, Stone testified that she said she had been “stuck having sex with twins.” She explained that her friends laughed, interpreting it as a joke.

When questioned about why she did not disclose that she had been raped, Stone testified that she was confused, disoriented, and embarrassed, and did not yet understand or process what had happened.

Her sister later testified that Stone appeared to have no control over her body, repeatedly falling out of her shoes.

Stone also testified that she felt embarrassed when photographs from the cruise later surfaced.

Post-Incident Interactions

Stone testified that the following day, she encountered the brothers again. They asked whether she wanted to return to their captain’s suite, and she declined. She stated that she was still under the influence when speaking with them.

Photographs taken later that day showed Stone wearing the same clothes as the night before. The prosecution highlighted this detail to suggest ongoing impairment and disorganization, rather than normal post-party behavior.

Stone testified that after the cruise:

• Alon Alexander initiated Facebook contact

• Oren Alexander sent her a friend request weeks later

  
  

She told jurors that she reported the incident to law enforcement in 2025, after seeing information about the brothers online. She stated she did not seek to file a civil lawsuit and testified that for years she had blamed herself for what happened.

Cross-Examination of Rhonda Stone

During cross-examination, defense counsel focused on:

• The amount of money Stone had with her, suggesting inconsistencies after she testified she arrived with $500 but later had $900. The defense appeared to imply either unreliability or consensual exchange.

• Whether she verbally said “no” during the alleged assault.

• Her memory lapses, portraying her testimony as unreliable.

Defense counsel also questioned whether the government had obtained her phone or executed search warrants on her devices. Stone testified that she voluntarily provided all evidence requested. The line of questioning appeared aimed at suggesting incomplete investigation or selective evidence.

Defense counsel questioned why Stone approached the brothers rather than others, suggesting it may have been because they were attractive. Stone responded, “no.”

When defense counsel attempted to question Stone about her financial status, implying potential motivation tied to restitution, the prosecution objected repeatedly. All objections were sustained, meaning the witness was not required to answer.

Witness Two: Britney Stone

The government then called Britney Stone, Rhonda’s sister, who corroborated key aspects of her testimony.

Britney testified that:

• Scotty was present with them at the party.

• Rhonda was not drinking in the auditorium.

• She had never seen her sister in such a condition before.

She described Rhonda’s demeanour as:

• Heavily under the influence

• Uncontrollable in her movements

• Sloppy and disoriented

Britney testified that she felt embarrassed for her sister due to her condition and confirmed that Rhonda did not disclose the full extent of what had happened until 2025.

Legal & Evidentiary Significance

Day 6 further reinforced themes central to the prosecution’s case:

• Drug-facilitated incapacitation

• Fragmented memory following alleged assault

• Delayed disclosure

• Post-assault contact that does not negate lack of consent

The cruise setting also highlighted how confined environments, social pressure, and lack of immediate exit options can intensify vulnerability.

Looking Ahead to Day 7

Towards the end of the day the government presented:

• Timelines, text messages, and emails involving Alon, Oren, and others connected to the Groove Cruise

• Messages/Emails referencing party favors, including discussions of their form (e.g., capsules)

• Emails indicating that Oren allegedly instructed an associate on how to transport these substances through airport security, including placing them in checked luggage.

  
  

These materials are likely to be used to contextualize intent, preparation, and access which are key considerations as the jury evaluates the broader allegations.

I am watching closely to see how this evidence unfolds.