Police Scotland Investigates Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor’s Association with Epstein and Maxwell at Balmoral

Police Scotland is conducting active inquiries into the activities of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, Jeffrey Epstein, and Ghislaine Maxwell during visits to Balmoral Castle, prompted by allegations of human trafficking. The investigation centers on claims that women were trafficked to the royal estate, with police stating inquiries are at a “very early stage” and are “evidence-led, with the needs of victim survivors at the heart of those inquiries.” An image of Epstein and Maxwell at Balmoral, released during Maxwell’s trial, dates back to 1999, when Mountbatten-Windsor reportedly invited them to stay. The inquiries follow the release of the ‘Epstein Files,’ which included an email from someone identified as ‘A’, who was at Balmoral in 2001, asking Maxwell for “new inappropriate friends.” The sender, who had recently “left the RN” and whose valet had died, signed the email “A xxx.” Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was arrested in February on suspicion of misconduct in public office related to sharing sensitive information with Epstein and remains under investigation. Several other police forces are also reviewing materials from the Epstein Files. While police have not confirmed the scope of the Balmoral investigation, it coincides with a broader effort to assess potential offenses linked to Epstein’s activities. The current status of the investigation remains unclear, with police stating they would be inappropriate to comment further.

Where they differ

• GB News led with the confirmation of the police investigation, while other outlets focused on the allegations of trafficking.
• The Guardian and Independent highlighted the broader UK police assessment of the Epstein files, noting multiple forces are involved.
• The BBC and Independent both mentioned the email from 'A' asking for 'inappropriate friends' as a key piece of evidence.
• The Independent provided additional historical context about Balmoral Castle’s ownership and use by the Royal Family.

What is not yet known

• The extent of the alleged trafficking at Balmoral remains unconfirmed.
• The identity of ‘A,’ the sender of the email requesting ‘inappropriate friends,’ has not been publicly revealed.
• The specific evidence prompting the Police Scotland investigation beyond the initial allegations is not detailed.

Background

• Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor faced allegations of misconduct in public office related to Jeffrey Epstein, leading to his arrest in February [Fact Refinery, 2026-10-26].
• Ghislaine Maxwell was convicted in 2021 of aiding Jeffrey Epstein in the sexual abuse of teenage girls and her appeal was rejected [Fact Refinery, 2026-08-25].
• Documents released in 2026 revealed Queen Elizabeth II supported Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor’s consideration for a UK trade envoy position [Fact Refinery, 2026-05-23].
• The ‘Epstein Files’ have prompted increased scrutiny and investigations into individuals connected to Epstein, including political figures [Fact Refinery, 2026-10-28].

Our reading

Our reading is that Police Scotland’s investigation, prompted by the ‘Epstein Files’ and an image from 1999, suggests a broadening of the inquiry into Epstein’s network beyond the United States. The focus on Balmoral, a private royal estate, indicates the investigation is attempting to establish whether alleged trafficking occurred at a specific location. The early stage of the investigation and lack of specific details suggest authorities are still gathering evidence and assessing the scope of the allegations.

What to watch

• The identity of ‘A,’ the sender of the 2001 email, and any connection to the Balmoral investigation [multiple sources].
• Any public statement from Police Scotland detailing the specific evidence prompting the investigation beyond the initial allegations [Police Scotland press releases].
• Confirmation of whether other police forces are coordinating their Epstein Files reviews with the Police Scotland investigation [reporting from The Guardian and Independent].

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