"As part of the investigation, we have today (19/2) arrested a man in his sixties from Norfolk on suspicion of misconduct in public office and are carrying out searches at addresses in Berkshire and Norfolk. The man remains in police custody at this time. We will not be naming the arrested man, as per national guidance. Please also remember that this case is now active so care should be taken with any publication to avoid being in contempt of court."
"Assistant Chief Constable Oliver Wright said: Following a thorough assessment, we have now opened an investigation into this allegation of misconduct in public office. It is important that we protect the integrity and objectivity of our investigation as we work with our partners to investigate this alleged offence. We understand the significant public interest in this case, and we will provide updates at the appropriate time."
Police arrested a man in his sixties from Norfolk on 19/2 on suspicion of misconduct in public office and are searching addresses in Berkshire and Norfolk. The man remains in custody and will not be named under national guidance. Authorities warned publications to take care to avoid contempt of court. Assistant Chief Constable Oliver Wright said a thorough assessment prompted opening an investigation and investigators will protect its integrity and objectivity while working with partners. Photographs showed unmarked police cars and plainclothes officers at Wood Farm, Sandringham. Police had been assessing allegations that he shared sensitive information with Jeffrey Epstein while serving as a UK trade envoy.
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