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Police Should Probe Ex-Prince Andrew Over New Accusation: Campaigners

Police Should Probe Ex-Prince Andrew Over New Accusation: Campaigners

Summary

A group in the U.K. wants the police to investigate a new accusation against Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, formerly known as Prince Andrew. This involves a claim from a woman who says she had a sexual encounter with him in 2010. Andrew has denied similar accusations in the past.

Key Facts

  • Anti-monarchy campaigners in the U.K. are calling for an investigation into a new allegation against Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor.
  • The allegation involves a woman claiming a sexual encounter with Andrew at his Windsor home in 2010.
  • The woman's lawyer mentioned that she exchanged emails with Andrew before the encounter.
  • The campaign group Republic criticizes the police for not investigating further.
  • Previous allegations against Andrew, related to Jeffrey Epstein, led to out-of-court settlements but no criminal investigation.
  • The age of consent in the U.K. is 16, and modern trafficking laws might influence the investigation.
  • The new claim suggests that the woman was taken to Buckingham Palace for a tour, where police records might exist.
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