International Media Reports Police Arrest of Prince Andrew on Misconduct Charges

International media reports police arrest of Prince Andrew for official misconduct, conducting searches at multiple locations in Berkshire and Norfolk on February 19, 2024. BBC reports that Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, the former Prince Andrew, was arrested by police on suspicion of official misconduct. Police statements indicate they have detained a man around 60 years old in Norfolk, with ongoing investigations and searches at multiple locations. The investigation remains sensitive, with authorities advising caution in releasing information. Deputy Police Chief Oliver Wright stated they have carefully assessed the allegations and are committed to protecting the integrity of their investigation. Prince Andrew, the second son of the late Queen Elizabeth II, was previously removed from royal duties and stripped of his titles following a scandal involving his association with Jeffrey Epstein, the deceased American financier accused of sexual offenses.