After several days marked by new information and with strong media pressure throughout the country, the BBC has reported that this Thursday, February 19, the British police have arrested Andrés Mountbatten-Windsor, brother of Charles III and son of Elizabeth II, on the very day he turns 66.The former Duke of York, involved for years in controversy over his relationship with the American financier Jeffrey Epstein, is now being investigated for alleged irregularities related to the magnate and his network of sexual crimes.
According to the British press, the police operation was carried out early in the morning at Wood Farm, the home in which he had recently settled on the Sandringham estate, in Norfolk.Several unidentified cars and plainclothes agents entered the property around eight in the morning, in a display that did not go unnoticed in the area.Some neighbors claim that at least eight agents participated in the action, entering with computer equipment and leaving later with various documentation.
The authorities have confirmed that, in addition to the arrest, searches are being carried out at properties linked to him in both Berkshire and Norfolk. According to The Mirror, among the measures adopted, the seizure of electronic devices such as mobile phones, laptops or other communication systems that may be key to the investigation has not been ruled out.
While waiting to find out what will happen to the former prince, his brother, Charles III, has decided to issue a statement about what happened: “I have received with deep concern the news about Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and the suspicion of misconduct in a public office. What follows now is the complete, fair and adequate process by which this matter will be investigated in the appropriate manner and by the competent authorities. In this, as I have already said, they have our unconditional support and cooperation.Let me be clear: the law must take its course.While this process continues, it would be inappropriate for me to comment further on this matter.In the meantime, my family and I will continue to do our duty and service to all of you.
