King Charles is prepared to assist British police as they investigate a report alleging that Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor shared confidential material with the late Jeffrey Epstein while serving as the UK’s trade envoy. This inquiry follows the recent release of Epstein files by the US Justice Department, which have reignited scrutiny regarding Mountbatten-Windsor’s conduct.
The new documents indicate that in 2010, during his tenure as trade envoy, Mountbatten-Windsor transmitted confidential information to Epstein. Graham Smith, the CEO of the anti-monarchist organization Republic, has formally reported Mountbatten-Windsor to the police for “suspected misconduct in public office and breach of official secrets.” Thames Valley Police have confirmed the receipt of the report and are currently assessing the situation in accordance with their procedures.
A spokesperson for Buckingham Palace expressed that King Charles has demonstrated his deep concern about the ongoing allegations surrounding Mountbatten-Windsor. The palace stated, “While the specific claims are for Mr Mountbatten-Windsor to address, if approached by Thames Valley Police, we stand ready to support them, as you would expect.”
Mountbatten-Windsor has consistently denied any wrongdoing related to Epstein and has yet to make a public statement regarding the latest allegations. The former prince’s links to Epstein are under increased scrutiny, as various prominent figures in British public life face backlash for their associations with the convicted sex offender.
Notably, Peter Mandelson, the former UK ambassador to the US, resigned from the House of Lords after it was revealed he had allegedly shared sensitive government information with Epstein during the 2008 financial crisis. Following this, British police conducted searches on two of Mandelson’s properties in connection with their investigation.
Mountbatten-Windsor’s role as trade envoy, a position he held from 2001 until 2011, obligated him to maintain confidentiality regarding the information accessed during his tenure. In 2010, Mountbatten-Windsor shared details of his upcoming travels to Asia with Epstein, which included destinations such as Vietnam and Singapore, and forwarded reports from his trips that contained information potentially sensitive to trade or political interests.
The latest developments are especially poignant given Mountbatten-Windsor’s previous claims, where he insisted his 2010 visit to New York was meant to sever ties with Epstein after his conviction as a sex offender. In a December 2010 email, he even referred to a “confidential brief” he had concerning investment opportunities in Afghanistan.
As the investigation continues, a spokesperson for Kensington Palace shared that the Prince and Princess of Wales are disturbed by the recent revelations and are focused on the victims impacted by Epstein’s actions.
This situation underscores the ongoing ramifications of the Epstein scandal and highlights the complexities of royal duties in the face of evolving public scrutiny. The concern from the royal family indicates a commitment to transparency and accountability, amidst a climate of renewed public interest and investigation.