Prince Andrew Arrested in Epstein Scandal: Misconduct in Public Office Allegations

• Prince Andrew, King Charles III's brother, arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office, linked to Jeffrey Epstein files.
• Arrest occurred on his 66th birthday; police are investigating claims of sharing confidential government information with Epstein.
• Allegations include forwarding overseas trade visit reports to Epstein and claims of a woman trafficked to the UK to meet him.
• Andrew stepped back from public duties in 2019 and was stripped of his princely title in 2025; he denies illegal behavior.
• Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer emphasized "nobody is above the law"; Metropolitan Police also investigating former protection officers.