Police to question Andrew’s former protection officers over his Epstein links

The Guardian - World NewsEN 4 min read 100% complete by Vikram Dodd and Peter WalkerFebruary 20, 2026 at 07:55 PM

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Scotland Yard is expanding its inquiry into Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's ties to Jeffrey Epstein by questioning his former protection officers and reviewing flight records at London airports for potential human trafficking links. This investigation is separate from the arrest of the former prince on suspicion of misconduct in public office. The National Police Chief’s Council is coordinating efforts among eight police forces investigating matters related to Mountbatten-Windsor's relationship with Epstein. Police are seeking unredacted documents from the US Department of Justice. The government is considering legislation to remove Mountbatten-Windsor from the line of succession after the police investigations conclude.

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Heathrow Airport 30% Windsor 35% Norfolk 40% Thames Valley Police 45% King Charles 50% US Department of Justice ×255% National Police Chief’s Council (NPCC) 60% London ×260% Scotland Yard 75% Metropolitan Police ×480% Jeffrey Epstein ×385% Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor ×795%

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andrew mountbatten-windsor 100% police investigation 90% jeffrey epstein 80% human trafficking 70% metropolitan police 70% sexual exploitation 60% protection officers 60% line of succession 50% london airports 50%