Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was seen leaving the police station in the back of a car just 10 hours after his arrest earlier today. The former Prince was detained shortly after 8 a.m. at the Sandringham estate in Norfolk, suspected of misconduct in public office—a charge believed to be connected to his former role as a UK trade envoy.
Thames Valley Police confirmed the arrest, stating: “We have today (February 19) arrested a man in his 60s from Norfolk on suspicion of misconduct in public office and are conducting searches at addresses in Berkshire and Norfolk.”
Photographs captured Andrew reclining in the back seat of a vehicle as he was driven away, marking a swift movement following his detention on his 66th birthday.
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In response to the incident, King Charles expressed his concern: “I have learned with the deepest concern the news about Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and suspicion of misconduct in public office. What now follows is the full, fair and proper process by which this issue is investigated in the appropriate manner and by the appropriate authorities. In this, as I have said before, they have our full and wholehearted support and cooperation. Let me state clearly: the law must take its course.”
Charles continued, “As this process continues, it would not be right for me to comment further on this matter. Meanwhile, my family and I will continue in our duty and service to you all.”
The investigation centers on allegations that Andrew may have shared confidential or sensitive information with the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. These claims have emerged from a review of longstanding files examining their personal and professional connections.
Authorities are also examining allegations that Epstein trafficked a woman to the UK for a sexual encounter with Andrew. While the arrest charges focus on misconduct in public office, the broader inquiry is investigating multiple human trafficking claims across different counties.
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor has consistently denied all accusations of wrongdoing.