Prince Andrew Releases Statement<br />Distancing Himself From Jeffrey Epstein.<br />In a statement released on August 19 by<br />Buckingham Palace, Prince Andrew said he<br />was "appalled" by Jeffrey Epstein's alleged crimes.<br />His Royal Highness deplores the exploitation<br />of any human being and the suggestion he would<br />condone, participate in or encourage any such<br />behavior is abhorrent. , Buckingham Palace, via statement.<br />Prince Andrew has been facing increased scrutiny<br />in the wake of Jeffrey Epstein's suicide, as accusations<br />about their relationship have reemerged.<br />He is known for his longtime friendship<br />with Epstein, even after Epstein pleaded<br />guilty to crimes involving a minor in 2008.<br />Although he has consistently denied all accusations of<br />involvement, recent video footage published by the 'Daily<br />Mail' show Prince Andrew leaving Epstein's home in 2010.<br />New unsealed court documents have also<br />revealed past allegations against the prince.<br />with a woman claiming to have been paid by<br />Epstein to have sexual encounters with Prince<br />Andrew when she was only 17 years old.
