British police are investigating Prince Andrew, the former Duke of York, over allegations of misconduct in public office and potential sex crimes. The investigation is examining a number of aspects of alleged misconduct, including the sharing of confidential documents with Jeffrey Epstein, a convicted sex offender.
According to reports, Prince Andrew shared sensitive trade reports with Epstein, including documents from a 2010 tour of Southeast Asia. The prince has consistently denied any wrongdoing, but the investigation is ongoing.
The police are also assessing claims that Prince Andrew shared confidential trade details with Epstein, which could be a breach of the Official Secrets Act. The investigation is being led by Thames Valley Police, who have confirmed that they are taking the allegations seriously.
The prince was arrested in February and released under investigation. The police have not commented on the specifics of the allegations, but it is understood that the investigation could examine allegations of sexual misconduct.