JPMorgan sues former executive over ties to Epstein sex abuse

The bank wants to force Mr Staley to repay wages he earned during the time he was allegedly aware of the abuse and repeatedly “personally observed” Epstein’s behaviour.

Jes Staley is being sued by JPMorgan Chase (Evan Agostini/Invision/AP)

JPMorgan Chase is suing its former executive Jes Staley – alleging he helped to hide Jeffrey Epstein’s years-long sex abuse and trafficking in order to keep the financier as a client.

The New York bank wants to hold Mr Staley personally liable for any financial penalties JPMorgan may have to pay in two related cases.