ARRESTED: Former Prince Andrew Taken Into Custody on 66th Birthday
The Fall of a Royal: Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor Arrested
Published: February 19, 2026 | 3:30 PM GMT
Location: Norfolk, United Kingdom
In a historic and unprecedented move, British police have arrested Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor (formerly Prince Andrew) on suspicion of misconduct in public office. The arrest occurred this morning at Wood Farm, his residence on the Sandringham Estate, coinciding with his 66th birthday.
The investigation, led by Thames Valley Police, centers on allegations that the former prince shared confidential UK trade documents with the late Jeffrey Epstein during his tenure as a special trade envoy.
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"The Law Must Take Its Course"
King Charles III has issued a formal statement via Buckingham Palace, expressing "deepest concern" while offering full cooperation to the authorities. This arrest marks the most significant legal crisis for the British Monarchy in modern memory.

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