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At least nine separate UK police forces have confirmed they are investigating the so-called ‘Epstein files’.

These include:

West Midlands Police

In a statement, police said: “We are assessing information that has emerged in relation to private flights into and out of Birmingham Airport following the release of the US DoJ Epstein files.”

Essex Police

On Tuesday, Essex Police said it was assessing information about private flights to and from Stansted Airport.

Bedfordshire Police

Bedfordshire Police are also reportedly investigating the Luton flights.

Norfolk Police

Norfolk Police previously confirmed police were reviewing documents brought to their attention but said they had not yet received any allegations and were not currently carrying out any investigation.

“A spokesman for the spokesman confirmed this morning that the force is supporting the Thames Valley investigation.”

Police Scotland

A Police Scotland spokesman said police had “not received any reports or complaints in relation to this matter”.

“We would be happy to speak to anyone with information. We treat all reports of sexual offenses with the highest level of professionalism and sensitivity, regardless of when the crime occurred,” the statement said.

Surrey Police

Surrey Police are seeking information about allegations of human trafficking and sexual assault dating back to the mid-1990s after the US Department of Justice released the Epstein files.

Thames Valley Police

Earlier this month, Thames Valley Police confirmed it was assessing allegations that Andrew had shared secret reports about his role as Britain’s trade envoy with Epstein.

Police officers this morning arrested a man in his sixties, believed to be Old Prince Andrew.

Police did not name the person

Metropolitan Police

The Metropolitan Police was one of the first forces to announce it would investigate allegations about Jeffrey Epstein.