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UK police have announced that their ongoing investigation into Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor is extensive and may include alleged sexual misconduct, as they urge potential witnesses to step forward.
This update follows approximately three months after Mountbatten-Windsor, formerly a prince, was detained at his Sandringham residence in February.
He was released shortly after his arrest, but authorities continue to probe accusations of misconduct in public office. This comes after the US Justice Department released documents suggesting he might have allegedly passed confidential information to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
In a recent statement, Thames Valley Police Assistant Chief Constable Oliver Wright informed local media that the charge of misconduct in public office encompasses various offenses, such as sexual misconduct and obstructing justice. He reiterated the call for the public to provide any new information.
Police have expressed concerns that some witnesses might mistakenly believe the investigation is solely focused on the allegation of sharing confidential information with Epstein.
“Misconduct in public office is a crime that can take different forms, making this a complex investigation,” Wright said.
“Our team of very experienced detectives are working meticulously through a significant amount of information that has come in from the public and other sources.
“We are committed to conducting a thorough investigation into all reasonable lines of inquiry, wherever they may lead.”
Mountbatten-Windsor was appointed as the UK trade envoy in 2001, a role in which he is alleged to have committed misconduct in public office.
Wright said police were also assessing reports a woman in her 20s was taken to an address in Windsor in 2010 for sexual misconduct.
The victim-survivor alleged to the BBC that Epstein had sent her for Mountbatten-Windsor.
Wright said police are engaging with the woman’s lawyer, but she has not yet reported the offence. 
Police acknowledged victim-survivors may be put off from coming forward due to the national and international focus but assured them the door is open whenever they are ready to come forward.
“In terms of Epstein victims and survivors, we hope that anyone with relevant information will come forward and I really want to stress that our door is open whenever a victim-survivor is ready to engage with us,” Wright said.
“We’re ready for you at whatever point that may be.”
Police said in relation to the woman associated with the 2010 allegation: “Should she wish to report this to police it will be taken seriously and handled with care, sensitivity and respect for her privacy.”
Police are working with the UK government and the US Justice Department to receive as much information as possible.
King Charles, in a statement after his younger brother’s arrest earlier this year, said police had his “full and wholehearted” support and cooperation.
“Let me state clearly: the law must take its course,” he said at the time.
Wright said the ongoing investigation will be thorough, lengthy and complex. 
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