Andrew Mountbatten Windsor [former Prince Andrew] has been arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office
Police say he is in custody and officers are carrying out searches at addresses in Berkshire and Norfolk – read the police statement in full.
Photos show cars arriving at the Sandringham Estate in Norfolk earlier this morning
It comes after Thames Valley Police said they were assessing a complaint over the alleged sharing of confidential material by the former prince with late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein
Andrew, who turns 66 today, has consistently and strenuously denied any wrongdoing
● Everything know about his arrest so far
In the last few minutes, we have learned that Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor has been arrested. Here are the key details.
Thames Valley Police arrested Andrew, who turns 66 today, earlier this morning
The former prince was arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office and he is in custody.
Police are searching addresses in Berkshire and Norfolk.
Thames Valley Police said he arrested after a “thorough assessment”, with an investigation now opened
● Police statement in full as Andrew arrested
We’ve now seen a statement from Thames Valley police, which says:
“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.”
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.”
(BBC)
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