Andrew’s ‘downfall’: how this viral photo of the disgraced ex-prince was captured

South China Morning Post Political StrategyNews ReportEN 1 min read 100% complete by ReutersFebruary 20, 2026 at 10:16 PM

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A photograph taken by Reuters photographer Phil Noble showing Prince Andrew leaving the Aylsham police station in Norfolk, England, went viral. The image depicts a visibly shaken Andrew in the back of a Range Rover after being questioned by police. The questioning stemmed from allegations that he sent confidential government documents to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. News of Andrew's arrest prompted Noble to drive to Norfolk, where the royal Sandringham estate is located. The photo, published on Thursday, appeared on front pages globally, symbolizing Andrew's fall from grace.

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Andrew is the younger brother of King Charles.

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The photo went viral when published late on Thursday.

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Andrew was arrested in Norfolk.

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Photo shows Andrew after release from police custody following questioning over allegations he sent confidential government documents to Jeffrey Epstein.

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London 30% Britain 40% Sandringham estate 40% United Kingdom 50% Reuters 50% Aylsham 50% Queen Elizabeth 60% Phil Noble 60% Norfolk ×370% King Charles 70% Jeffrey Epstein 80% Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor 95%

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prince andrew 100% viral photo 90% jeffrey epstein 80% arrest 70% police questioning 70% royal family 60% downfall 60% confidential documents 50% media coverage 40%