Police are intensifying their search at the former residence of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, previously known as Prince Andrew, following his recent detention on suspicion of misconduct related to his ties with Jeffrey Epstein. The former prince, stripped of his titles in October, is now back at his new residence on the Sandringham estate, away from the public eye.
Authorities have wrapped up their search at his current location but are still combing through his former 30-room residence at Royal Lodge near Windsor Castle. Mountbatten-Windsor remains under investigation by Thames Valley Police, with allegations suggesting he shared confidential information with Epstein during his time as a UK trade envoy.
The arrest, which occurred on Mountbatten-Windsor’s 66th birthday, marks a significant event in British royal history. This arrest, the first of a royal since King Charles I’s time, has sent shockwaves through the royal family, comparable to past crises like King Edward VIII’s abdication and Princess Diana’s tragic death.
While the royal family continues with their routine duties, the investigation into Mountbatten-Windsor’s alleged misconduct is ongoing and could take time. The allegations being probed are distinct from previous claims made by Virginia Giuffre, further complicating the situation.