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Police Arrest Man With Weapon Near Prince Andrew’s Sandringham Home

Police describe menacing behavior near the royal estate, highlighting fresh security concerns.

Overview

  • Norfolk Police arrested a man on suspicion of a public order offense and possession of an offensive weapon near Sandringham after a Wednesday evening disturbance in the village of Wolferton.
  • The force said the suspect acted in an intimidating manner in the area and officers detained him for questioning as inquiries continue.
  • Several outlets, including the Daily Telegraph, report that Andrew was threatened while walking his dogs by a masked man with a weapon, which police have not confirmed.
  • Andrew resides on the Sandringham estate following his loss of royal roles and titles late last year, after reputational damage tied to Jeffrey Epstein and a 2022 settlement with Virginia Giuffre.
  • The incident may trigger a fresh look at security around his home, since he no longer receives state-funded police protection and relies on private guards.