Overview
- Police say the alleged offences occurred in Woodstock, Oxfordshire, between November 2022 and May 2024 against the same person.
- He was arrested on May 13, 2024, and has now been served a summons to appear on Thursday, Dec. 18.
- The victim has not been publicly identified and key details remain undisclosed while the case proceeds.
- Blenheim Palace Heritage Foundation says it is aware of the proceedings and cannot comment, noting the estate is run by independent trustees.
- The duke is also known as Jamie Blandford, and some reports state the charges were filed under his former name.