In a statement, Thames Valley Police said it arrested a man in his 60s from Norfolk and was carrying out searches. It said he remains in police custody. 'Following a thorough assessment, we have now opened an investigation into this allegation of misconduct in public office,' Assistant Chief Constable Oliver Wright said in a statement. 'We understand the significant public interest in this case, and we will provide updates at the appropriate time.'
The British Defence Secretary would not comment on whether Andrew would be able to keep his medals, including the campaign medal he received for his service in the Falklands War, but said the Ministry of Defence would be "guided by the decisions the King makes". The move follows King Charles' decision to strip his brother of his peerages and the title of prince on Thursday amid the continuing fallout of the Epstein scandal.