Ex-Prince Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor Reportedly Banned from Horse Riding Amid Investigation
Former Prince Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor has reportedly been banned from horse riding following his recent arrest over allegations of leaking state secrets to Jeffrey Epstein. The former prince was arrested last week and is currently under police investigation for misconduct in a public office. He has firmly denied all wrongdoing associated with the case.
Royal Monitoring of Public Appearances
In recent months, Andrew had frequently been photographed riding horses around the royal Windsor estate, engaging in one of his favorite leisure activities. However, since he was last seen leaving a Norfolk police station appearing visibly shaken, royal aides are said to be closely monitoring his public appearances and activities.
According to detailed reports, significant concerns have been raised that images of him smiling while riding horses could be perceived as insensitive or inappropriate while the police investigation remains ongoing. A confidential source revealed that he has been explicitly ordered not to go horse riding because it would be considered "a bad look" during this sensitive period.
"They don't think he should be seen grinning and smiling on his horse like he was in Windsor," the source reportedly said, adding that riding was one of the few activities he genuinely enjoyed and found relaxing.
Confinement to Wood Farm Residence
Andrew has now reportedly been instructed to remain primarily at Wood Farm, his new home, largely staying out of the public eye to avoid further controversy. He was previously photographed waving and smiling from his car near the Royal Lodge in Windsor despite mounting allegations connected to the Epstein files, which drew criticism from observers.
Police authorities have confirmed that searches of the Royal Lodge in Windsor have now concluded. Assistant Chief Constable Oliver Wright stated that officers had left the Berkshire location and that the search activity followed the arrest of a man in his sixties from Norfolk, referencing Andrew's detention.
He further added that the investigation remains actively ongoing and that further updates are unlikely in the immediate future, citing the significant public interest in the case and the critical need for investigators to continue their meticulous work without disruption or external interference.
