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Police Scotland Investigates Andrew and Epstein Balmoral Visit

Published 15h ago · Latest report 1h ago · Investigation

Affects United Kingdom · Covered in 3 countries

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Scottish police are investigating Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor over Jeffrey Epstein's stay at Balmoral Castle.

Scottish law enforcement officers have launched an early-stage investigation into Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor regarding his past hosting of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell at Balmoral Castle. The inquiry follows the release of United States Department of Justice photographs showing the group on a shooting trip at the royal estate. Investigators confirmed that active inquiries are currently underway.

The evidenceUnited States authorities previously published photographs showing the disgraced royal and Epstein participating in a shooting excursion on the Scottish property.
The timingThe investigation begins shortly after the former prince secured a separate legal reprieve regarding past civil claims.

What's new · 1h agoPolice Scotland confirmed that inquiries into the Balmoral visit are officially active and ongoing.

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The Sydney Morning HeraldPolice launch inquiry into Andrew and Epstein at royal estate in Scotland1h ago · open ↗

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Why it matters

Balmoral Castle is a private royal residence in Scotland owned by the British monarch. The involvement of convicted sex offenders with members of the royal family continues to draw intense public and legal scrutiny.

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Police Scotland confirmed they are examining information regarding a past visit by Jeffrey Epstein, Ghislaine Maxwell, and Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor to Balmoral Castle.

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