politics
February 19, 2026
British police arrested former Prince Andrew over his relationship with the Epstein case
English police arrested former Prince Andrew this Thursday, his 66th birthday, for "suspicion of misconduct in public office" during his time as a trade envoy, in connection with the Epstein case.
TL;DR
- Former Prince Andrew was arrested on his 66th birthday by Thames Valley Police.
- The arrest is for "suspicion of misconduct in public office" during his time as a trade envoy.
- The investigation is linked to the Jeffrey Epstein case, with allegations of sharing confidential information.
- New documents suggest Prince Andrew sent confidential reports on investment opportunities and work trips to Epstein.
- These claims follow previous accusations of sexual assault against the former prince.
- Police are also investigating Peter Mandelson in a separate but related inquiry.
- A Surrey Police report regarding alleged child trafficking and sexual assault in Virginia Water between 1994-1996 was also mentioned, though no evidence was found of it being reported to them.