Andrew takes legal action over search warrants relating to arrest
BBC News 2026-10-05 07:52:02
Context: Prince Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor is taking legal action against Thames Valley Police over his arrest in February on suspicion of misconduct in public office, related to information from the Epstein files in the United States. His lawyers are challenging the search warrants used in Sandringham and at Royal Lodge in Windsor. The legal action comes as Prince Andrew continues to deny any wrongdoing in his associations with the sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Key Facts
- Prince Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was arrested on February 66th birthday on suspicion of misconduct in public office, following information from the Epstein files in the United States.
- Thames Valley Police obtained search warrants from the Central Criminal Court to search properties at Marsh Farm in Sandringham and Royal Lodge on the Windsor estate.
- Prince Andrew's lawyers have lodged a judicial review, questioning the legality of the search warrants used by Thames Valley Police during his arrest.
- Thames Valley Police confirmed they are engaged in ongoing legal proceedings in relation to the warrants and said the investigation is continuing, while Prince Andrew has consistently denied any wrongdoing in his associations with Jeffrey Epstein.