Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor arrested as police investigating Jeffrey Epstein links arrive at Sandringham Estate
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, formerly Prince Andrew, has been arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office.
The arrest was made by Thames Valley Police after officers were spotted arriving at Andrew’s home on the Sandringham Estate.
Pictures circulated online showing unmarked police car and plain-clothed officers arriving to Wood Farm in Norfolk on Thursday morning (February 19).
It comes after Thames Valley Police said that it was investigating allegations that the former member of the Royal Family, who turns 66 today, has a sexual encounter with a woman who was trafficked to the UK by convicted child sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
There were also claimed that he shared sensitive information with the late paedophile while he was serving at the UK’s trade envoy.
Searches are being carried out by police officers at Andrew’s addresses in Berkshire and Norfolk.
Thames Valley Police said in a statement: "As part of the investigation, we have today (19/2) 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.
"The man remains in police custody at this time. We will not be naming the arrested man, as per national guidance. Please also remember that this case is now active so care should be taken with any publication to avoid being in contempt of court."
Assistant Chief Constable Oliver Wright said: “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 offence. We understand the significant public interest in this case, and we will provide updates at the appropriate time.”