Convicting a disgraced royal may not be so simple. The ex-Prince Andrew is suspected of committing misconduct while in public office. However, according to experts, the passage of time and the fragility of evidence against him and his time with Jeffrey Epstein is likely not sufficient.
In December, an investigation revealed that 87 flights linked to Jeffrey arrived at UK airports between the early 1990s and 2018. Among them were journeys involving British women. One of those women testified against Jeffrey’s ex-girlfriend and close confidant Ghislaine Maxwell.
It’s not known if Jeffrey saw Andrew in any of those visits. No new witnesses have come forward with allegations against Andrew.
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was recently arrested in the UK
Documentary evidence might not be enough to get a prosecution in this matter. Earlier this month, the former Prince was arrested on suspicion of misconduct. According to one senior barrister, there may be a way Andrew will go to jail.
Speaking to RadarOnline, they say that investigators must have “a witness prepared to give clear, first-hand evidence about specific conduct that took place within this jurisdiction.”
Another expert says that unless a victim comes forward with very specific details of something Andrew did that is incriminating, prosecuting him may be difficult. While historical ties and past conduct may prompt investigation, it’s apparently rarely enough to sustain charges. In October Andrew lost his Prince title due to his association with Jeffrey.
There appears to be documentation of Jeffrey’s flights, though that may only generate scrutiny. Andrew, however, could find himself in trouble if “a new witness” comes forward, according to an expert. That or a witness willing to provide sworn evidence on the record about specific trafficking in the UK could seal Andrew’s fate.
Without more witnesses or people stepping forward with first-hand accounts of events, Andrew could be in the clear. Andrew’s brother, King Charles, has said investigators will have the royal family’s full cooperation throughout this affair.
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