Prince Andrew Arrested on 66th Birthday as Police Sweep Windsor and Sandringham
Prince Andrew Arrested on 66th Birthday as Police Sweep Windsor and Sandringham
Police searched Berkshire and Norfolk addresses tied to Prince Andrew, who was arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office.
Prince Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was arrested Thursday morning on suspicion of misconduct in public office, marking a dramatic turn for the 66-year-old royal. The case unfolded as police targeted multiple properties in Berkshire and Norfolk, with Thames Valley Police confirming searches were underway at addresses in both jurisdictions.
Unmarked police vehicles were seen arriving at the Sandringham Estate in Norfolk on the king’s Sandringham grounds early Thursday, moments before dawn on what was noted as Andrew’s birthday. The searches appear connected to ongoing inquiries linked to revelations in the Epstein files, and authorities have not disclosed specific details of the allegations at this time.
According to reports, the prince has been living at Sandringham since stepping back from public royal duties, a situation that placed him in the center of renewed scrutiny amid the investigation. While investigators have withheld further particulars, officials emphasized that the inquiry is in its early stages and that charges, if any, would be announced through formal channels.
The arrest, coming on the day of his 66th birthday, has drawn swift reaction from observers, with experts noting the potential implications for the royal family as the case progresses. As is standard in such matters, no additional information was released by authorities, and those following the case are advised to await official statements for updates on charges or next steps.
