Man Held After Two Kensington Palace Intrusions as Police Review Bail Decision

Overview

• A 39-year-old allegedly climbed a fence into the Kensington Palace grounds on December 21 and 23, first carrying a heavy rucksack, and was detained on both occasions.
• After the first arrest he was released on conditions, then returned two days later and was taken into custody without release.
• He is charged with two counts of trespass and remains in custody pending further investigation.
• Prince William and Princess Kate were not at the residence during either incident, and advisers to the royal household have been briefed.
• Former royal protection chief Dai Davies called the repeat offense after bail a serious concern and urged a careful review of the suspect’s motives and the initial release decision.