Former Prince Andrew's long-running links to Jeffrey Epstein have come under renewed scrutiny after US prosecutors moved to preserve what investigators believe could be the full record of his communications with the disgraced financier and convicted sex trafficker Ghislaine Maxwell.
According to reports, the sweeping evidence preservation orders issued to major technology and travel companies prevent the deletion of emails, messages, and digital records connected to Andrew's reported visits to Epstein's New Mexico ranch while authorities continue their criminal investigation.
