Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor Arrested On Suspicion Of Misconduct In Public Office

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, formerly known as Prince Andrew, has been arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office, according to BBC News reports. The arrest marks a significant escalation in ongoing investigations into his conduct during his tenure as a UK trade envoy between 2001 and 2011.  

Authorities have been examining allegations that Andrew may have shared sensitive information during his time in office, with growing pressure from the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) to pursue charges. The Director of Public Prosecutions recently stated that “nobody is above the law,” reinforcing the seriousness of the case.  

Key highlights from the development include  

• Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office  
• BBC News confirmed the arrest on February 19, 2026  
• Allegations linked to his role as UK trade envoy between 2001 and 2011  
• CPS and Thames Valley Police coordinating on the investigation  
• Case connected to wider scrutiny of Andrew’s ties to Jeffrey Epstein  

Industry observers note that the arrest represents a turning point in the long-running controversy surrounding Andrew, underscoring accountability in public office and intensifying legal challenges for the former royal.  

Sources: BBC News, The London Economic, The Guardian