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Former Prince Andrew Faces Threat Allegation Near Sandringham Estate
5/9/2026, 5:17:58 AM
Alleged Threat Near Sandringham Estate
On 6 May 2026, around 7.30 pm, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was walking his dogs near Marsh Farm on the Sandringham Estate when a balaclava-clad man shouted abusive words and approached. The duke and his security officer fled; the suspect, identified as Alex Jenkinson, 39, was arrested and charged with two counts of threatening behaviour and with failing to provide a blood specimen.
Background
Mountbatten-Windsor, formerly Prince Andrew, lost his HRH style and dukedom in November 2025 after scrutiny of his ties to Jeffrey Epstein. He stepped back from duties in 2019, lost police protection, and now lives at the five-bedroom Marsh Farm on Sandringham. In February 2026 he was arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office related to his alleged communications with Epstein, a charge he denies.
Legal Proceedings
Jenkinson was accused of threatening Stephen Terry in King’s Lynn on 5 May 2026. He pleaded not guilty to the threat counts on 8 May 2026, admitted the blood-specimen offence, and was released on bail that bars entry into Norfolk and imposes a 500-metre exclusion zone around royal properties. The trial is scheduled for 29 July 2026, with Mountbatten-Windsor to give evidence by videolink.
Official Statements & Responses
Norfolk Police said officers responded to Wolferton after a report of “a man behaving in an intimidating manner in the village.” Prosecutor Josephine Jones said “there certainly is a suggestion that Jenkinson had an interest in Mountbatten-Windsor.” The magistrate approved remote testimony. Buckingham Palace declined comment.
Criticism of Security Arrangements
A source quoted by People said the incident “shows why Andrew’s security provisions need to be proportionate and properly balanced for an individual with a very high profile” and called for a review. The loss of police protection in 2022 contributed to his vulnerability.
Conflicting Reports & Gaps
Some outlets mention an offensive-weapon charge, others omit it. Reports differ on whether Jenkinson was initially remanded in custody or released on bail, and on his first court venue.
Verbatim Quotes
- “Jones told the court there “certainly is a suggestion” that Jenkinson had an interest in Mountbatten-Windsor, who was stripped of his royal status by his brother, the king, in November.” — Josephine Jones, Prosecutor
- “Officers were called to Wolferton shortly after 7.30pm yesterday (Wednesday 6 May 2026) following a report a man was behaving in an intimidating manner in the village.” — Norfolk Police
- “This shows why Andrew’s security provisions need to be proportionate and properly balanced for an individual with a very high profile. Surely this demonstrates why his security should be reviewed.” — Unnamed source, People interview
- “A man has been charged after allegedly threatening Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor during an incident near his home on the Sandringham Estate in Norfolk.” — BBC
What’s Next
The case will be heard on 29 July 2026 at Westminster Magistrates’ Court. Jenkinson remains on bail with distance and contact restrictions, while Mountbatten-Windsor is expected to testify via videolink as investigations into his alleged Epstein communications continue.
