King Charles has reportedly granted police access to all files and records relating to his younger brother, Prince Andrew, held at Buckingham Palace. The move comes amid an investigation into allegations of misconduct in public office, including claims that Andrew shared sensitive information with the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
According to The Observer, a royal source confirmed the cooperation, stating, 'We have said we will cooperate fully and wholeheartedly.' However, the source warned that investigators could uncover evidence that senior palace figures were aware of Andrew's conduct and helped cover it up over more than 15 years. The source stressed that any such actions would have occurred under previous leadership and would not have involved King Charles or Prince William.
Police searches at Royal Lodge, Andrew's former residence, are expected to continue into Monday. The Observer reported that police now have leeway to widen their investigation and 'follow the evidence.' Andrew was arrested on his 66th birthday on suspicion of misconduct in public office, following an assessment of a complaint relating to his alleged sharing of sensitive information with Epstein.
In a statement following his brother's arrest, King Charles expressed support for the police investigation, saying 'the law must take its course' and reiterating that police have his 'full and wholehearted support.' Thames Valley Police have opened an investigation into the allegations, which include claims that Andrew shared sensitive information while serving as the UK's trade envoy.
