In an unprecedented move, Police in the United Kingdom, on Thursday, arrested Mr. Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, formerly known as Prince Andrew, on suspicion of misconduct in public office, the BBC reported.
But the police did not directly name the former Prince, as U.K. law does not permit naming a suspect until his formally charged.
When pressed for the suspect’s name and identity, the Thames Valley Police said in a statement that they had arrested a man in his 60s. And Mr. Mountbatten-Windsor is 66.
Trouble never trickles for Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, it pours. Rolling from scandal to scandal, the former British prince had earlier been stripped of his royal titles because of his links to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
In the statement announcing the high profile arrest, the Thames Valley Police said:
“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.”
Later, 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.”
Former Prince Andrew’s conduct and problems have no doubt dealt serious blow to the British monarchy culminating in his stripping of all royal privileges, including his title.
Again, as he said when the current scandal began to brew, that the Palace will cooperate with the police in the investigation, King Charles III announced in a statement on Thursday that the law must take its course.
The King said:
“I have learned with the deepest concern the news about Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and suspicion of misconduct in public office. What now follows is the full, fair and proper process by which this issue is investigated in the appropriate manner and by the appropriate authorities. In this, as I have said before, they have our full and wholehearted support and co-operation.
“Let me state clearly: the law must take its course.
“As this process continues, it would not be right for me to comment further on this matter. Meanwhile, my family and I will continue in our duty and service to you all.
Charles R.”
