Virginia Giuffre’s family welcomes Prince Andrew’s arrest, saying justice has begun as UK police probe alleged misconduct linked to Epstein files.
In an emotional statement, Giuffre’s family described the arrest as long-overdue accountability and said it reaffirmed the principle that no individual stands above the law. (Photo: Social Media)
The family of Virginia Roberts Giuffre has welcomed the arrest of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, calling it a powerful moment for survivors of sexual abuse around the world. Their reaction came hours after UK police confirmed the detention of the former prince on suspicion of misconduct in public office amid the ongoing fallout from the Epstein files.
In an emotional statement, Giuffre’s family described the arrest as long-overdue accountability and said it reaffirmed the principle that no individual stands above the law.
Responding to the arrest, Giuffre’s family said, "At last. Today, our broken hearts have been lifted at the news that no one is above the law, not even royalty. On behalf of our sister, Virginia Roberts Giuffre, we extend our gratitude to the UK’s Thames Valley Police for their investigation and arrest of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor. He was never a prince. For survivors everywhere, Virginia did this for you."
The statement framed the arrest not just as a legal development, but as a moment of validation for survivors who have long waited to see powerful figures held accountable.
Virginia Giuffre, who died by suicide last year, repeatedly accused Prince Andrew of sexually abusing her when she was a minor. According to extracts from her memoir, she alleged that Jeffrey Epstein and his associate Ghislaine Maxwell trafficked her to the former royal.
In her memoir, Giuffre recalled Maxwell instructing her, "When we get home, you are to do for him what you do for Jeffrey." She described Andrew’s behaviour in stark terms, writing, "He was friendly enough, but still entitled – as if he believed having sex with me was his birthright."
Giuffre further claimed that the following morning, Maxwell told her, ‘You did well. The prince had fun.’ She added, "Epstein would give me $15,000 for servicing the man the tabloids called ‘Randy Andy’."
Andrew has consistently denied all allegations.
While police have not officially named the suspect, Thames Valley Police confirmed the arrest in a statement, saying, "We have today (19/2) arrested a man in his sixties from Norfolk on suspicion of misconduct in public office and are carrying out searches at addresses in Berkshire and Norfolk."
Police added, "The man remains in police custody at this time. We will not be naming the arrested man, as per national guidance."
The arrest took place on Mountbatten-Windsor’s 66th birthday. Officers are also reported to be searching other royal-linked residences in Windsor and Norfolk as part of the investigation.
Following the arrest, King Charles III spoke from Buckingham Palace, making clear that the monarchy would not interfere with the legal process.
The King said, "I have learned with the deepest concern the news about Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and suspicion of misconduct in public office."
He added, "What now follows is the full, fair and proper process by which this issue is investigated in the appropriate manner and by the appropriate authorities… Let me state clearly: the law must take its course."
For Giuffre’s family, the arrest represents more than a criminal probe. They see it as a symbolic step toward justice for Virginia and for survivors who have long felt silenced by power and privilege.
As police continue raids and review evidence linked to the Epstein files, the family’s words have emerged as one of the most powerful responses yet—framing the arrest as a moment of accountability that extends far beyond one individual.
