Prince Andrew arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office

Prince Andrew has been arrested by Thames Valley Police on suspicion of misconduct in public office. The 66-year-old, brother of King Charles III, was taken into custody in a development described by historians as unprecedented for the modern British monarchy.

The investigation is linked to his long-standing association with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. While Andrew has consistently denied any wrongdoing and expressed regret regarding the friendship, the arrest follows years of scrutiny that led him to step back from official royal duties.

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer addressed the situation, stating that ‘nobody is above the law’ and noting the principle must apply to this case. Buckingham Palace issued a statement through King Charles III expressing ‘deepest concern’ regarding the matter.