Summary
Lord Peter Mandelson, a former UK ambassador to the US, was arrested in London over concerns he might leave the country. His lawyers say there is no truth to claims he planned to move abroad. The arrest relates to an investigation into misconduct involving sharing sensitive information with Jeffrey Epstein.
Key Facts
- Lord Peter Mandelson was arrested at his London home on suspicion of misconduct in public office.
- The arrest happened because police thought he might flee the country.
- His lawyers deny that he planned to leave the UK.
- Mandelson was held for nine hours at a police station before being released on bail.
- The investigation began due to allegations he shared government information with Jeffrey Epstein.
- Police searched two addresses in Wiltshire and Camden in relation to the case.
- A spokesperson from his law firm says Mandelson is cooperating with the investigation.
