Thames Valley Police are continuing their investigation into Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, focusing on misconduct potentially linked to his associations with Jeffrey Epstein, including allegations of sexual misconduct at Royal Ascot in 2002, and they have urged witnesses to come forward.

Earlier in 2026, Andrew was arrested at his home on suspicion of misconduct in public office related to alleged sharing of confidential information with Epstein, and he was released after about 11 hours in police custody.

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, formerly Duke of York, remains under a police investigation and was arrested on February 19 on suspicion of misconduct in public office, though he denies wrongdoing.

TMZ highlights a troubling period for the former royal, with multiple adverse events shaping the public narrative.

A bruised, purple mark around Andrew’s eye appeared after he was photographed driving near the Sandringham Estate, in what was described as a non-serious medical condition.

He was photographed with a large bruise across his face while driving from Marsh Farm in Norfolk, in a sighting that drew considerable attention.

The incident follows a public sighting on the Sandringham Estate, heightening scrutiny amid ongoing security concerns.

There has long been security controversy around Andrew, including prior calls to reinstate taxpayer-funded protection after King Charles had reduced security.

The latest sighting comes after a security scare last month when a balaclava-clad man approached him while walking his dogs near his home.

A separate earlier security incident on the estate involved a confrontation with a balaclava-wearing individual, prompting renewed concern.

In a case related to that security episode, a balaclava-clad man identified as Alex Jenkinson is awaiting trial; Andrew is expected to testify by videolink.

News links suggest ties between the bruise incident and reports about leasing three cottages on the Royal Lodge estate, raising governance and rent-terms questions.