Police search of Royal Lodge continues as Andrew released under investigation
The arrest of the 66-year old former prince has sent shockwaves through the UK and abroad, with reaction rolling in from the US to Australia
www.theguardian.comHere’s the latest I can provide based on public reporting:
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, the King's brother, was arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office in February 2026 and subsequently released under investigation. This event occurred on or around his 66th birthday, and police continued to conduct searches related to the inquiry at related properties. The coverage notes that he has repeatedly denied any wrongdoing in connection with Epstein and related materials.[1][5][7]
The arrest and release under investigation sparked widespread media coverage and political reaction in the UK, with ongoing updates about police activity and potential implications for the royal family.[6][8][9]
The Guardian live updates and Sky News reports indicate that law enforcement maintained a focus on the Epstein-related materials and that searches of properties tied to him (including the Sandringham Estate and other addresses) were part of the investigative process.[5][7][1]
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The arrest of the 66-year old former prince has sent shockwaves through the UK and abroad, with reaction rolling in from the US to Australia
www.theguardian.comPolice arrested the King's brother on his 66th birthday
news.stv.tvSearches of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's former home in Berkshire continue today - and will throughout the weekend. The former prince was released from police custody last night, more than 11 hours after his arrest on suspicion of misconduct in public office. Follow the latest here.
news.sky.comThe former prince's arrest on his 66th birthday marks the first time in modern history a senior member of the Royal Family has been taken into police custody. Andrew has denied any wrongdoing over his links to Epstein.
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www.itv.comThe arrest of the 66-year old former prince has sent shockwaves through the UK and abroad, with reaction rolling in from the US to Australia
www.theguardian.comMetropolitan Police also working with US counterparts to establish whether London airports had been used to 'facilitate human trafficking and sexual exploitation'
www.theguardian.comPolice are searching addresses in Berkshire and Norfolk on Thursday morning
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