The 66-year-old was taken into custody by Thames Valley Police as part of an investigation into allegations of misconduct in public office. The arrest reportedly took place in the morning and coincided with his birthday.
Details of the Arrest and Police Statement
Witnesses reported seeing at least six unmarked police vehicles arriving at the former Duke of York’s home during the operation.
Thames Valley Police confirmed that the arrest forms part of a broader inquiry, with searches being conducted at properties in both Berkshire and Norfolk.
“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,” the police statement read.
The force stressed that, in line with national guidance, it would not publicly identify the individual at this stage because the investigation remains ongoing.