Summary
Emails from the U.S. Department of Justice show that Metropolitan Police officers provided security at a dinner party hosted by Jeffrey Epstein, which was attended by Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, a senior member of the Royal Family at the time. The emails suggest arrangements were made for Prince Andrew and his security detail at Epstein's New York home in December 2010. The Metropolitan Police say they have not found any wrongdoing by their officers related to this event.
Key Facts
- Emails show Metropolitan Police officers provided security at Jeffrey Epstein's dinner party attended by Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor.
- The event took place at Epstein’s New York home in December 2010.
- The emails suggest plans for Andrew and his bodyguards to stay at Epstein's property.
- The Met Police states there is no current evidence of any wrongdoing by their officers.
- Prince Andrew, at the time, was a senior working member of the Royal Family and always had protection officers.
- The Royal Visits Committee reviews official travel plans, but not private trips like this one.
- Prince Andrew was arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office but released after investigation.
