Police have released Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor following his arrest on suspicion of misconduct in public office Thursday morning.
The former prince was photographed returning to Sandringham Estate in Norfolk, after he was seen leaving Aylsham police station.
Thames Valley Police said in a statement he had been released under investigation.
After the BBC broke the news of Andrew’s arrest, the force issued a statement, saying they had taken a man in his 60s into custody and properties in Berkshire and Norfolk were being searched.
Though police have not said, the BBC understands the arrest is in relation to activity during his time as a trade envoy, and follows reporting on documents released by the US justice department in relation to its investigation into Jeffrey Epstein.
Andrew has previously denied wrongdoing in relation to Epstein; he has not responded to the BBC’s requests for comment on any of the specific allegations in relation to the release of millions of Epstein files in January.
Andrew’s brother, King Charles, said “the law must take its course” and that the authorities have “our full and wholehearted” co-operation.
US President Donald Trump also reacted, describing the situation as “very sad”, while a Democratic congressman told the BBC the developments were being watched closely in America. [BBC]
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