Former Prince Andrew files a legal action to quash warrants that led to searches of his residence

Britain's former Prince Andrew has initiated legal proceedings to invalidate warrants that resulted in searches of his residences. A spokesperson for the High Court in London confirmed that Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor had filed a claim, with a hearing scheduled for Thursday. The Daily Telegraph had previously reported that Mountbatten-Windsor was alleging that the searches carried out by Thames Valley Police may have been unlawful.

The prince is seeking to challenge the legality of the force's actions in connection with his arrest in February on suspicion of misconduct in public office. This followed allegations that he shared sensitive information with Jeffrey Epstein, who was later convicted as a sex offender. King Charles III removed his disgraced brother of his titles and evicted him from his royal residence following pressure to address his relationship with Epstein. The king's unprecedented action came after years of scandal-plagued behavior.