The statement added: “While the specific claims in question are for Mr Mountbatten-Windsor to address, if we are approached by Thames Valley Police, we stand ready to support them as you would expect.
“As was previously stated, Their Majesties’ thoughts and sympathies have been, and remain with, the victims of any and all forms of abuse.”
The Prince and Princess of Wales also publicly addressed the Epstein scandal earlier this month, with Kensington Palace stating: “I can confirm that the Prince and Princess of Wales have been deeply concerned by the continued revelations.
“Their thoughts remain focused on the victims.”
Virginia Giuffre’s family responds
The family of Virginia Giuffre have also spoken out following Andrew’s arrest.
Andrew has faced allegations — which he strongly denies — that he sexually assaulted Giuffre when she was a teenager after she was trafficked by Epstein. In 2022, he paid millions to settle a civil sexual assault claim brought by Giuffre, a woman he maintains he never met. Giuffre died by suicide in April 2025.
Her siblings told CBS News: “At last, today, our broken hearts have been lifted at the news that no one is above the law, not even royalty.