UK’s Peter Mandelson arrested in London after revelations over his ties to Epstein
Brussels orders probe of Mandelson’s Epstein ties while EU trade rep
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Peter Mandelson, the former British ambassador to the US, was arrested in London on suspicion of misconduct in public office. The arrest follows revelations about his friendship with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Mandelson was previously fired from his diplomatic post in September after the extent of his relationship with Epstein became apparent. The Metropolitan Police initiated a criminal investigation earlier this month after the government passed on communications between Mandelson and Epstein. While the arrest indicates police suspicion of a crime, it does not imply guilt.
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AI-ExtractedThe arrest means police suspect a crime has been committed but does not imply any guilt.
Officers have arrested a 72-year-old man on suspicion of misconduct in public office.
Police began a criminal investigation into Mandelson after the government passed on communications.
Mandelson was fired from his diplomatic posting in September.
Peter Mandelson has been arrested by London police on suspicion of misconduct in public office.
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