has not been arrested. However, his younger brother, (formerly Prince Andrew), was arrested on February 19, 2026, on suspicion of misconduct in public office.
Key Details of the Arrest
- Reason: The investigation centers on allegations that Andrew shared confidential government documents with the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein while serving as a UK trade envoy between 2001 and 2011.
- Status: He was taken into custody on his 66th birthday and released "under investigation" late that evening after approximately 11 hours of questioning. As of February 20, 2026, he has not been charged with a crime.
- Searches: Police conducted searches at Royal Lodge in Windsor and Wood Farm on the Sandringham estate.
- Historical Context: This marks the first arrest of a senior member of the British royal family since King Charles I was detained and eventually executed for treason in 1649.
Response from King Charles III
King Charles III expressed his "deepest concern" regarding the development and issued a statement via Buckingham Palace asserting that "the law must take its course" and confirming the royal family's "full and wholehearted support and cooperation" with the authorities.
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