Updated 6 hours ago
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British police have arrested a 19-year-old armed man who broke into Windsor Castle grounds. Sky News reported. Queen Elizabeth II spends Christmas at a residence near London. According to the police, the man did not enter any of the buildings and the relevant security processes were launched within a few moments.
British police said members of the royal family had been informed of the incident and that there was no danger to the public. Police added that he was detained on suspicion of entering the protected place and possession of an assault weapon. “He remains in custody at the moment,” said Police Commissioner Rebecca Mears. However, it is not clear from the statement what kind of weapon the man had with him.
Ninety-five-year-old Elizabeth II. spends winter holidays in Windsor due to the covid-19 pandemic. He usually resides at his East English residence in Sandringham at this time.
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