Detectives investigating Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor are reported to be considering a trip to the US to interview relatives of his accuser Virginia Giuffre, who died last year.
Key facts
- Thames Valley police are reportedly investigating Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, the former Duke of York.
- Detectives are believed to want to speak with Virginia Giuffre's brother and sister-in-law, Sky and Amanda Roberts.
- Giuffre alleged she was sexually assaulted by the former prince; he has denied the allegations.
- Giuffre took her own life in April last year, aged 41.
Detectives investigating Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor may travel to the United States to speak with the family of his accuser, Virginia Giuffre, according to reports.
Thames Valley police are believed to want to talk to Giuffre’s brother and sister-in-law, Sky and Amanda Roberts, about their sister’s allegations of sexual assault against the former Duke of York, according to the Guardian.
The former prince has denied Giuffre’s allegations.
Giuffre, who was 41, took her own life in April last year. The reported interviews with her relatives are understood to relate to the ongoing inquiry into the allegations.
Early reporting framed the trip as a confirmed plan, while a later update described it as something detectives may do, indicating the details remained under development at the time of publication.
Why it matters
The investigation concerns serious allegations against a member of the British royal family, and any move by police to interview witnesses abroad would mark a notable development. It reflects continued scrutiny of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor following claims he has consistently denied.
Frequently asked questions
Who are Sky and Amanda Roberts?
According to reports, Sky and Amanda Roberts are the brother and sister-in-law of Virginia Giuffre, whom Thames Valley police are believed to want to interview about her allegations.
Has Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor responded to the allegations?
Yes. The former Duke of York has denied Virginia Giuffre's allegations of sexual assault.
What happened to Virginia Giuffre?
Virginia Giuffre took her own life in April last year, at the age of 41, according to the reports.