Prince Andrew Faces New Allegations of Sexual Encounter at Royal Residence Facilitated by Jeffrey Epstein

A second woman has come forward with allegations that Jeffrey Epstein sent her to the United Kingdom in 2010 for a sexual encounter with Prince Andrew at his Royal Lodge residence. This marks a significant development in the ongoing Epstein scandal, as it represents the first time a survivor has alleged a sexual encounter took place within a British royal residence. According to the claimant's attorney, Brad Edwards—who represents more than 200 Epstein survivors—the woman, who was in her 20s and not a British citizen at the time, allegedly spent the night with the Duke of York before being given a private tour of Buckingham Palace the following morning.

Edwards suggested that his client and Prince Andrew had established communication prior to her arrival in the UK, implying a degree of coordination. These new claims add a fresh layer of legal pressure on the Prince, who has consistently maintained his innocence and denied all accusations of sexual misconduct. The lawyer noted that he is currently evaluating the possibility of filing a civil lawsuit against the Prince on behalf of the woman. This potential legal action follows the high-profile case of Virginia Giuffre, which concluded in early 2022 with an out-of-court settlement estimated at £12 million, though that agreement did not include an admission of liability from the Prince.

The fallout from the Epstein connection has already had profound consequences for Prince Andrew’s standing within the monarchy. Following the initial outcry and Giuffre’s lawsuit, King Charles III stripped his brother of his military titles and royal patronages in late 2022, effectively removing him from public duties and the use of the 'His Royal Highness' style. Attorney Brad Edwards commented that while the removal of these honors was a public acknowledgement of the controversy, it has not provided substantive justice for the survivors. He criticized the lack of a formal response to the new allegations, suggesting the Prince's silence continues to hamper the victims' path to closure.

While Buckingham Palace has previously expressed sympathy for victims of abuse in general terms, it has not issued a specific rebuttal to these newest claims. Prince Andrew's legal communications have reportedly diminished since his formal titles were revoked. As the legal team for the survivors considers their next steps, the case continues to raise questions about the historical security and oversight at royal residences during the period Epstein was active. The potential for a new civil trial remains a significant threat to the Prince’s remaining ties to the royal institution and his ability to live a private life away from legal scrutiny.