Masked confrontation leaves Prince Andrew shaken as security debate resurfaces

Former Prince Andrew was left shaken after a masked man approached him near his Norfolk home; the suspect, Alex Jenkinson, 39, was charged with two counts of threatening/abusive behavior to harass or cause alarm and failing to provide a blood sample, and he pleaded not guilty in court. The incident revives debate over Andrew’s security, with some arguing for stronger protection and others fearing public backlash, while reports say King Charles partially funds his private security at Marsh Farm, which includes CCTV, fences and a gate. The broader royal-scrutiny context includes Andrew’s February arrest over alleged misconduct in public office and his ties to Jeffrey Epstein.