Prince Andrew Arrested on Suspicion of Misconduct in Public Office...

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, formerly known as Prince Andrew, was arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office on Thursday, February 19, reported the BBC. Thursday marks Andrew's 66th birthday. The Thames Valley Police said in a statement on Thursday that it has “arrested a man in his sixties from Norfolk on suspicion of misconduct in public office and are carrying out searches at addresses in Berkshire and Norfolk.” Assistant Chief Constable Oliver Wright said in a statement, “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 as we work with our partners to investigate this alleged offense,” he continued. “We understand the significant public interest in this case, and we will provide updates at the appropriate time.” According to the BBC, Andrew was arrested early Thursday morning at the Sandringham estate in Norfolk, England, where he moved after leaving his house in Windsor. Unmarked police cars were reportedly seen within the vicinity of the former prince’s home. Andrew gave up his royal title in October 2025 amid mounting scrutiny over his alleged association with the late convicted pedophile Jeffrey Epstein. He has denied any wrongdoing in connection with the charges of sex trafficking against Epstein, who died by suicide in 2019 while awaiting trial. “In discussion with The King, and my immediate and wider family, we have concluded the continued accusations about me distract from the work of His Majesty and the Royal Family,” Andrew said in a statement at the time. “I have decided, as I always have, to put my duty to my family and country first. I stand by my decision five years ago to stand back from public life.” “With His Majesty’s agreement, we feel I must now go a step further. I will therefore no longer use my title or the honors which have been conferred upon me. As I have said previously, I vigorously deny the accusations against me.” On October 30, Buckingham Palace announced that Andrew’s brother, King Charles III, would strip him of his royal style, titles and honors. “Prince Andrew will now be known as Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor. His lease on Royal Lodge has, to date, provided him with legal protection to continue in residence,” the palace said in a statement. “Formal notice has now been served to surrender the lease and he will move to alternative private accommodation. These censures are deemed necessary, notwithstanding the fact that he continues to deny the allegations against him.” Story developing.