Overview
- Derek Egan, 39, was arrested after two alleged attempts shortly before Christmas to access the Kensington Palace complex.
- Police say he was identified by cameras in the Palace Green area and stopped on the public side without reaching internal or residential sections.
- Egan appeared at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on Dec. 30, where charges were confirmed and a further hearing was scheduled for Jan. 6 to proceed in his absence.
- The magistrate refused bail, citing aggressive and disorderly behaviour, and noted a custodial sentence is a realistic possibility if he is convicted.
- William and Catherine were at Anmer Hall over the holiday period; Buckingham Palace declined to comment on security, and reports note a similar thwarted attempt at Windsor last June.