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On February 19, the former Prince Andrew, Duke of York, was arrested by British police on suspicion of misconduct in public office and has been released under investigation, authorities and the royal household confirmed. The arrest came on his 66th birthday and has heightened scrutiny over his conduct during years of association with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Officers also executed search warrants at his current residence on the Sandringham estate and at Royal Lodge, his former home near Windsor Castle, with searches planned to continue at the Berkshire property.

In a dramatic move that has rippled through royal corridors, Prince Andrew has formally relinquished most of his royal titles — including the Duke of York — after years of controversy surrounding his ties to convicted sex-offender Jeffrey Epstein. The announcement was released via Buckingham Palace on October 17.