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    Prince Andrew Arrested at 66 on Suspicion of Misconduct in Public Office

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    London-Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, formerly known as Prince Andrew, was arrested on Thursday morning at the Sandringham estate in Norfolk, according to reports by BBC.

    The arrest occurred on his 66th birthday at the royal residence owned by King Charles III in Sandringham. A team of officers took the Duke of York into custody as part of an ongoing investigation.

    In a statement to the BBC, Thames Valley Police confirmed the arrest without naming the suspect.

    “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,” the statement read.

    Police added that they would not identify the individual in line with national guidance and cautioned media outlets to avoid contempt of court, as the case is now active.

    Searches Underway in Norfolk and Berkshire

    The BBC further reported that officers are conducting searches at properties in both Norfolk and Berkshire in connection with the investigation. Authorities have not disclosed the specific nature of the alleged misconduct.

    However, The Guardian reported that the arrest appears linked to Andrew’s past role as a UK trade envoy and follows the disclosure of emails connected to the late financier Jeffrey Epstein.

    Prince Andrew has consistently denied any wrongdoing in relation to Epstein.

    King Charles Reacts

    Following the arrest, King Charles issued a statement via the royal household’s official website expressing concern over the development.

    “I have learned with the deepest concern the news about Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and suspicion of misconduct in public office,” the King said. “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.”

    He added: “Let me state clearly: the law must take its course.”

    The monarch concluded by noting that it would be inappropriate to comment further while the legal process is ongoing, affirming that the royal family would continue its public duties.

    As of press time, Prince Andrew remains in police custody, and authorities have not provided additional details regarding the investigation.

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