politics
February 19, 2026
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office
Former prince released under investigation while king expresses ‘deepest concern’ and says ‘law must take its course’
TL;DR
- Prince Andrew was arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office.
- The arrest is related to allegations of sharing confidential material with Jeffrey Epstein.
- King Charles has publicly supported the police investigation, stating "the law must take its course."
- Andrew has denied any wrongdoing.
- Searches were conducted at properties in Norfolk and Berkshire.
- He was released under investigation.
- This is the first known instance of a senior royal being arrested by police.
- The arrest followed a review of allegations related to Epstein and sensitive information sharing.
- Virginia Giuffre's family expressed gratitude for the arrest, stating "no one is above the law."
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