Inside the house, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was perhaps sitting down to a birthday breakfast. Photograph: Peter Nicholls/Getty ImagesAs the news of the royal arrest catapulted across the globe, police embarked on searches at Mountbatten-Windsor’s former home at Royal Lodge in Windsor and properties in Norfolk, England. A statement from king Charles following the arrest of his brother, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor. “I have learned with the deepest concern the news about Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and suspicion of misconduct in public office. The former prince Andrew was released from custody after almost 12 hours.

Source: The Irish Times February 20, 2026 07:02 UTC