Alex Jenkinson, 39, firmly denied accusations of uttering threatening words toward Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor close to the royal’s Norfolk residence.
Alleged Incident Near Marsh Farm
The incident allegedly took place shortly after 7:30 pm on 6 May in Wolferton, near Andrew’s Marsh Farm property. At the time, the former Duke of York was reportedly walking his dogs when Jenkinson supposedly used threatening, abusive, or insulting language with intent to provoke fear or unlawful violence.
Court Appearance and Charges
Jenkinson appeared at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on Friday, where he pleaded not guilty to charges related to threatening behavior against Andrew. He also faces a similar charge involving another man, Stephen Terry, in King’s Lynn on 5 May, to which he also pleaded not guilty.
While denying these charges, Jenkinson admitted guilt for failing to provide a blood specimen while in custody on the same day as the alleged offenses.
Legal Restrictions and Upcoming Trial
The court granted Jenkinson conditional bail, including strict conditions barring him from approaching several locations associated with the royal family. His trial is scheduled to take place at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on 29 July.
Prosecutor Josephine Jones confirmed that Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor is expected to give evidence via videolink during the trial proceedings.
Background: Andrew’s Move and Royal Titles
Andrew relocated to Marsh Farm in Norfolk last month, after leaving Royal Lodge in Windsor earlier this year. He had resided at the Royal Lodge—a sprawling 30-room mansion on the Windsor Estate—for over two decades.
In October, the palace announced that King Charles III had begun stripping Andrew of his royal style, titles, and honours following allegations linked to Jeffrey Epstein. These allegations had increasingly overshadowed the Royal Family’s official duties.
Despite this, Andrew has consistently denied any wrongdoing or involvement in the Epstein scandal.
