Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor arrested - reports

Former prince Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor has been arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office, according to UK media.

The news about the former Duke of York was reported on by both the BBC and Sky News UK.

In a statement, the Thames Valley Police said it had arrested a man in his 60s from Norfolk on suspicion of misconduct in public office and were carrying out searches at addresses in Berkshire and Norfolk.

Police did not name Mountbatten-Windsor, as is normal under UK law. When asked if he had been arrested by Associated Press, police pointed to the statement.

"The man remains in police custody at this time," the statement reads.

"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.”

There was no immediate comment from Buckingham Palace.

The news comes after photos circulated of unmarked cars at Andrew's residence at Wood Farm on the Sandringham Estate in Norfolk, with plainclothes officers appearing to gather outside.

Earlier this month, King Charles III, Mountbatten-Windsor's brother, said he was ready to "support" police examining claims that the former Prince Andrew gave confidential information to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

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