“The Law must take its course” — King Charles breaks silence on brother Andrew’s arrest

 King Charles III has spoken publicly for the first time following the arrest of his brother, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, on suspicion of misconduct in public office. In a statement shared by Buckingham Palace, Charles expressed his deepest concern over the development and emphasized that due process must be followed. What now follows is the full, fair and proper process by which this issue is investigated in the appropriate manner and by the appropriate authorities. In this, as I have said before, they have our full and wholehearted support and co-operation, the King said. Stressing the importance of legal procedure, he added: The law must take its course. As this process continues, it would not be right for me to comment further on this matter. Meanwhile, my family and I will continue in our duty and service to you all.Thames Valley Police confirmed that a man in his sixties from Norfolk had been arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office. Officers also conducted searches at properties in Berkshire and Norfolk. The man remains in police custody at this time, the force said in a statement, adding that it would not name the individual in line with U.K. guidance. When contacted, Thames Valley Police declined to confirm whether Andrew, 66, was the individual arrested. Norfolk Police said it is assisting with the investigation. Assistant Chief Constable Oliver Wright stated that authorities had opened a formal inquiry following an initial assessment of the allegations. It is important that we protect the integrity and objectivity of our investigation as we work with our partners to investigate this alleged offence, he said. Andrews representatives have been approached for comment.The arrest follows renewed scrutiny over Andrews past ties to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Earlier this month, police confirmed they were assessing allegations that, while serving as the U.K.s trade envoy, Andrew may have shared confidential government reports with Epstein relating to official trips to Singapore, China, Hong Kong, and Vietnam in 2010 and 2011. The claims stem from correspondence released as part of a recent document disclosure by the United States Department of Justice. Among the materials was an email referencing visit reports connected to Southeast Asia, as well as another message appearing to outline a potential investment opportunity in Afghanistan. Authorities have also reviewed a separate allegation that Epstein allegedly sent a woman to Andrew at the Royal Lodge in Windsor in 2010. The specific circumstances leading to Thursdays arrest have not been publicly detailed.Andrews association with Epstein has been under examination for years. Epstein, who pleaded guilty to state charges in 2008 and was later arrested on federal sex trafficking charges, died in a New York jail in 2019 while awaiting trial. In 2019, Andrew gave a widely criticized interview to BBC Newsnight, addressing questions about his relationship with Epstein and denying allegations of sexual abuse made by Virginia Giuffre. He has consistently denied any wrongdoing. In 2022, Andrew was stripped of his military titles and royal patronages amid civil litigation, which he later settled without admission of liability. He lost his remaining royal titles in late 2025 following renewed allegations. Buckingham Palace has reiterated that while the allegations are for Andrew to address personally, the Royal Household stands ready to support police if formally approached. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer also weighed in prior to news of the arrest, stating that nobody is above the law when asked whether Andrew should testify before U.S. lawmakers. The post The Law must take its course King Charles breaks silence on brother Andrews arrest appeared first on Linda Ikeji Blog.