Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleAndrew Mountbatten-Windsor was photographed with a large purple bruise across his right eye and cheek while driving from Sandringham Estate. The discolouration – which can be seen in the article below – is reportedly the result of a non-serious medical condition, though the exact cause has not been specified. The director of public prosecutions indicated that investigations into Mr Mountbatten-Windsor, including allegations of misconduct in public office, could take over a year to conclude due to their complexity and international aspects. A National Audit Office review found that Mr Mountbatten-Windsor sublet three properties on the Royal Lodge estate, despite paying a 'peppercorn rent' for the main residence, drawing criticism from Labour MP Rachael Maskell. This sighting follows a security scare last month where he was allegedly confronted by a balaclava-clad man, leading to reports that he sought the reinstatement of his taxpayer-funded security, which King Charles had withdrawn in 2024. In fullAndrew Mountbatten-Windsor seen with large mystery bruise across his faceThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was seen out driving today for the first time in weeks, close to his new home in Sandringham, with a huge red mark on his right cheek

The former prince was in a car leaving Marsh Farm on the King's Sandringham estate in Norfolk today.

Former Duke of York’s facial swelling is not a cause for concern, says source

Former royal Prince Andrew was photographed during a rare outing at the Sandringham Estate in the UK, where he appeared with a visible facial bruise. | World News

It follows a security scare last month when he was approached by a masked man.

It’s been revealed the disgraced former prince, spotted with a large bruise on his cheek, made money from his Windsor estate despite paying a peppercorn rent for two decades.

A source insisted there had been “no drama”, accident or attack, but would not discuss it further because of medical confidentiality.

The discolouration is said to be the result of a non-serious medical condition

Undoubtedly, the royals will be hoping that these latest disclosures will bring this embarrassing matter to an end.

The King's disgraced brother has not been spotted in days but was snapped yesterday with an unexpected large red and purple patch around his cheek and eyes sparking speculation

ITV chat show host shared her thoughts after Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was seen with what looked like a bruise

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