Queen Camilla Dodges Questions About Andrew's Arrest at Recent Outing [Video]
The Queen attended a concert in London as an investigation into Andrew's misconduct led to his arrest.
Queen Camilla stepped out just hours after police detained her brother-in-law on the morning of February 19, his 66th birthday. Officers arrived at the residence where Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was staying on King Charles’ Sandringham estate in Norfolk. Later that day, Camilla attended a lunchtime concert at Sinfonia Smith Square Hall in her capacity as the venue’s royal patron, a role she has held since 2003. She met musicians and watched the performance as planned.
As she left the event and walked toward her car, a member of the public called out, “Are you concerned about Andrew's arrest, your Majesty?” The Queen acknowledged the crowd with a wave but did not respond to the question.
According to the BBC, Mountbatten-Windsor was arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office. Authorities are investigating allegations that he shared confidential information with Jeffrey Epstein while serving as the UK’s special trade envoy. For his part, he has repeatedly denied any wrongdoing in relation to Epstein.
Shortly before Camilla’s appearance, Charles issued a statement addressing the situation. “I have learned with the deepest concern the news about Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and suspicion of misconduct in public office,” the monarch said. “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.”
He added, “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.” Thames Valley Police confirmed they had “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,” keeping the identity initially secret.
This is not the first time the Queen was approached and questioned over Mountbatten-Windsor. On February 4, as she arrived at Christ Church Primary School in London for an event marking the National Year of Reading, she was asked directly about the royal family’s position on the Epstein investigation and whether there was any message for those affected.
From amidst the crowd, a reporter was heard shouting, “Good morning, Your Majesty, good morning. Will the royal family help the Epstein investigation? Do you have a message for Epstein's victims, Your Majesty?” Camilla did not respond, walking past the questions and heading straight into the school, where she greeted a member of staff waiting at the entrance.
