Buckingham Palace has acknowledged “very serious and grave concern” regarding new allegations against Prince andrew, stating they should be “examined in the appropriate way.” This comes as the Metropolitan Police confirms it is “actively” investigating claims that Prince Andrew shared Virginia Giuffre’s personal information – her date of birth and social security number – with his bodyguard, allegedly as part of a smear campaign against her. The investigation is spurred by details emerging from Ms. Giuffre’s posthumously published memoir, Nobody’s Girl.

Details from Virginia Giuffre’s Memoir

Virginia Giuffre’s memoir, Nobody’s Girl, details her allegations of sexual abuse by Prince Andrew and Jeffrey Epstein. The book recounts an alleged orgy involving Prince Andrew, Epstein, and “eight other young girls.” Giuffre also describes how she styled herself after pop stars Britney Spears and Christina Aguilera when she first met Prince Andrew at age 17, referencing the now-infamous photograph of the two together.

The memoir further alleges that Andrew’s team attempted to discredit Giuffre by hiring “internet trolls to hassle” her, a claim now under police scrutiny. The alleged sharing of her personal information with his bodyguard is seen as a direct attempt to gather damaging information about her.

Police Investigation and Buckingham Palace Response

The Metropolitan Police’s active investigation focuses on whether the alleged sharing of ms. Giuffre’s personal data constitutes a criminal offense. The force has not released specific details about the scope or timeline of the investigation.

The Buckingham Palace source, speaking on condition of anonymity, emphasized the seriousness of the allegations. While stopping short of direct comment on the specifics of the police investigation, the statement signals the palace is aware of the situation and acknowledges the gravity of the claims.

Prince Andrew’s Recent Actions

The allegations and subsequent police investigation follow Prince Andrew’s recent relinquishment of his Duke of York title on Friday, January 26, 2024. This decision came after years of public scrutiny and legal battles related to his association with Jeffrey Epstein. He is no longer a working royal and has largely withdrawn from public life.