U.K. Police Weigh Whether to Formally Investigate Former Prince Andrew Over Epstein Accusations

The UK police are considering whether to formally investigate former Prince Andrew over allegations that he shared confidential information with Jeffrey Epstein while working as a British trade envoy. Assistant Chief Constable Oliver Wright stated that his team has engaged in discussions with the Crown Prosecution Service regarding documents from the US Department of Justice's Epstein Files. The investigation relates to potential misconduct in public office, which involves complexities requiring careful assessment. Prince Andrew's links to Epstein have been known for years, resulting in him losing royal titles last year. Fresh revelations about his involvement have emerged since recent files were made public on January 30. Buckingham Palace has stated that the king would support any police inquiry if approached by authorities.