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Police in Scotland launch Andrew and Epstein royal castle investigation

Police in Scotland launch Andrew and Epstein royal castle investigation

Summary

Police Scotland has opened an early-stage investigation into Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor’s time with Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell at the Balmoral estate. The force said it received information but did not identify the possible offences or provide further details; Andrew has denied committing crimes.

Key Facts

  • Police Scotland said the investigation began after it received information.
  • The inquiry concerns Andrew’s time with Epstein and Maxwell at the king’s Balmoral estate in Scotland.
  • Police Scotland described the investigation as being at a very early stage.
  • The Daily Express reported that the inquiry related to claims that women were trafficked to Balmoral; police did not confirm that account.
  • US Department of Justice files included images that appeared to show Epstein and Maxwell on a shooting trip at Balmoral in 1999.
  • The article notes that appearing in the files does not prove wrongdoing.
  • Thames Valley Police arrested Andrew in February on suspicion of misconduct in public office; he was released on police bail pending further investigation.
  • Andrew has repeatedly denied committing crimes.
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