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Former Prince Andrew released from custody in UK

Alex Forrest Whiting
February 20, 2026

King Charles's younger brother, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, has been "released under investigation" after being arrested. He is suspected of passing sensitive documents to the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

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Andrew Mountbatten‑Windsor was released after 11 hours of questioning following his arrest on suspicion of misconduct in public office, linked to allegations he shared confidential documents with Jeffrey Epstein in 2010. Police have searched his Sandringham and Windsor homes. The probe follows a major Epstein files release. He denies wrongdoing. His late accuser’s family welcomed the arrest. The investigation continues.