Former Prince Andrew Arrested at Sandringham on 66th Birthday
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor arrested at Sandringham on his 66th birthday. UK police investigate claims he leaked confidential trade docs to Jeffrey Epstein
In a historic and stunning development for the British Monarchy, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, the younger brother of King Charles III, was arrested this morning at the Sandringham Estate. The arrest, carried out by Thames Valley Police, follows explosive new revelations found within the "Epstein Files" recently released by the U.S. Department of Justice.
The investigation focuses on Andrew’s tenure as Britain’s Special Representative for International Trade and Investment (2001–2011).
The Morning Raid
Witnesses at Sandringham reported that at approximately 8:00 AM, six unmarked police vehicles and eight plainclothes detectives arrived at Wood Farm, the modest residence where Andrew has lived since vacating Royal Lodge earlier this month.
Official Statement: Assistant Chief Constable Oliver Wright stated: "Following a thorough assessment, we have now opened an investigation into this allegation of misconduct in public office. It is important that we protect the integrity and objectivity of our investigation."
"Nobody is Above the Law"
The arrest occurred on Andrew’s 66th birthday, making him the first senior member of the Royal Family to be taken into police custody in modern history. Reacting to the news, Prime Minister Keir Starmer emphasized the constitutional principle that "nobody is above the law," adding that the principle must apply in this case as it would in any other.
Buckingham Palace has not issued a formal comment, maintaining that the matter is a personal legal issue for Mr. Mountbatten-Windsor, who was stripped of his military affiliations and Royal Highness (HRH) status in 2022.