As police swooped on the Sandringham estate this morning to arrest Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, officers set a process in motion that could see the former prince face life behind bars. It is understood neither the King nor Buckingham Palace was informed in advance of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's arrest. Wherever Andrew is taken, police officers will be conducting searches to gather evidence while he is in custody. Misconduct in public office is classed as one of the most serious offences in British law, carrying a maximum sentence of life in prison. Assistant Chief Constable Oliver Wright added: 'Following a thorough assessment, we have now opened an investigation into this allegation of misconduct in public office.

Source: Daily Mail February 19, 2026 14:46 UTC