Andrew Mountbatten‑Windsor, formerly known as Prince Andrew, was arrested in February—on his 66th birthday—on suspicion of misconduct in public office. Now, it’s being claimed that police gave him a rather unflattering nickname following his arrest.
On February 19, Andrew Mountbatten‑Windsor was taken into custody on suspicion of misconduct in public office. According to the BBC, police also carried out searches in both Norfolk and Berkshire.
Thames Valley Police released a statement after Andrew Mountbatten‑Windsor’s arrest, confirming they were assessing a complaint involving the alleged sharing of confidential material with the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Andrew has consistently denied any wrongdoing.
“As part of the investigation, we have today (19/2) arrested a man in his sixties from Norfolk on suspicion of misconduct in public office and are carrying out searches at addresses in Berkshire and Norfolk.
“We will not be naming the arrested man, as per national guidance. Please also remember that this case is now active, so care should be taken with any publication to avoid being in contempt of court.”
Police gave Andrew Mountbatten‑Windsor an ‘awful’ nickname after his arrest
Shortly after the police statement, King Charles issued one of his own.
“I have learned with the deepest concern the news about Andrew Mountbatten‑Windsor and suspicion of misconduct in public office. What now follows is the full, fair and proper process by which this issue is investigated in the appropriate manner and by the appropriate authorities. In this, as I have said before, they have our full and wholehearted support and co‑operation,” King Charles said.
“Let me state clearly: the law must take its course. As this process continues, it would not be right for me to comment further on this matter. Meanwhile, my family and I will continue in our duty and service to you all.”
Andrew was released under investigation later that day after spending 11 hours at the police station. Numerous officers were involved in the arrest, and now a new report suggests they gave the disgraced former prince a less‑than‑flattering nickname.
According to The Sun, a source claimed Andrew was referred to as “Detainee A.” The reason? Officers supposedly wanted to avoid any accusations of giving him special treatment.
“It brings it home, doesn’t it? To go from Prince and Duke and Earl, Baron, Knight — all those fancy titles — then suddenly you’re Detainee A,” the source told The Sun. “He must have thought just being plain ‘Andy’ was awful at one point. I don’t suppose he thought it could get much worse.”
