Metropolitan Police Concludes Investigation into Allegations Involving Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and Virginia Giuffre
The Metropolitan Police has decided not to pursue a criminal investigation into allegations that Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor instructed his taxpayer-funded bodyguard to investigate Virginia Giuffre in 2011. Central Specialist Crime Commander Ella Marriott confirmed this decision after reviewing the claims made by The Mail On Sunday. The force determined that there was no additional evidence of criminal acts or misconduct in this matter.
In a statement, Central Specialist Crime Commander Ella Marriott expressed condolences to Ms. Giuffre's family and friends following her passing. The Metropolitan Police Service (MPS) received allegations in 2015 related to non-recent trafficking for sexual exploitation involving Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell. These allegations primarily involved events outside the UK, with one claim of trafficking to central London in March 2001.
After assessing all available evidence, interviewing Ms. Virginia Giuffre and other potential victims, and seeking advice from the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) and US authorities, the MPS decided not to proceed with a full criminal investigation in November 2016. This decision was reviewed in August 2019, 2021, and 2022, with no changes in the position. The recent claims regarding Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's alleged actions in 2011 were also assessed, but no new evidence of criminal behavior was found.
The Metropolitan Police remains open to evaluating any new information that may emerge in this case. However, as of now, there is no additional evidence to support reopening the investigation. The MPS will not take further action unless new and relevant information is brought to their attention. They are committed to thoroughly assessing any new details that could assist in this matter, including any information released in the US.
In conclusion, the Metropolitan Police has decided not to launch a criminal investigation into the allegations involving Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and Virginia Giuffre. Despite ongoing assessments and reviews, no new evidence of criminal acts or misconduct has been uncovered. The MPS will continue to monitor the situation and consider any new information that may arise in the future.