During a public appearance at Lichfield Cathedral, King Charles faced unexpected criticism from a member of the public who questioned his awareness of his brother’s connections to the late financier Jeffrey Epstein. The incident occurred as the monarch engaged with supporters outside the historic building.
An individual in the crowd directed pointed inquiries toward the King regarding how long he had known about Prince Andrew’s relationship with Epstein and whether he had attempted to influence law enforcement investigations. The protester also raised questions about parliamentary oversight of royal matters. Security personnel promptly escorted the King away from the situation as he maintained his composure and continued greeting attendees.
This public confrontation follows Prince Andrew’s recent decision to relinquish his Duke of York title, a position he had held since 1986. In an official statement, Andrew explained that the ongoing scrutiny surrounding his associations had become a distraction from the royal family’s work, prompting his withdrawal from using his titles and honors.
The development comes amid renewed international interest in Prince Andrew’s connections, with United States congressional representatives expressing interest in speaking with him about his knowledge of Epstein’s activities. While American officials have indicated they would welcome his cooperation, legal limitations prevent them from compelling his testimony.
