Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor 'Shattered' After Arrest on 66th Birthday, Insider Claims
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor is said to be "shattered" after being arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office on his 66th birthday, according to an insider close to the former prince. The arrest, which unfolded on Thursday, has left him reeling, particularly due to the timing coinciding with his personal milestone.
Emails and Evidence Under Scrutiny
Emails released by the US Department of Justice appear to show that Andrew forwarded official documents and other internal material to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein in 2010, when he served as a government envoy. Police are now combing through property linked to Andrew, with officers conducting thorough searches for potential evidence.
"Officers will be looking at all potential evidence, including computers, phones and other tech devices," a police spokesman stated. Detectives are also expected to examine any material connected to Jeffrey Epstein as part of their inquiries, amid ongoing scrutiny surrounding Andrew's past associations.
Arrest Details and Aftermath
The arrest occurred after plain-clothed officers arrived at the Sandringham Estate just after 8am in six unmarked police vehicles, taking Andrew into custody. He was later released from the Aylsham police investigation centre around 7pm local time, following hours of questioning by authorities.
Andrew has denied any wrongdoing and has expressed regret for his friendship with Epstein, asserting that he never witnessed any sex crimes. His office did not respond to requests for comment following the arrest, and he has not spoken publicly since the files became public.
The insider revealed that Andrew is particularly devastated by the thought of his private emails now being in police hands, adding to the emotional toll of the situation. This development continues to draw significant attention and analysis regarding its potential implications.
