In a powerful new statement following the release of additional Jeffrey Epstein documents on December 23, 2025, survivor Marina Lacerda has urged Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, formerly known as Prince Andrew, to face questioning in the United States. Lacerda, who was exploited by Epstein starting at age 14, described the former royal’s ongoing silence as unacceptable, stating he should be “brought to justice” for his alleged involvement in the late financier’s sex trafficking network.
The call comes amid fresh scrutiny sparked by the latest tranche of Epstein files released by the U.S. Department of Justice. These documents include emails that appear to show Mountbatten-Windsor communicating with Ghislaine Maxwell about arranging “inappropriate friends” and references to young women described as “friendly and discreet and fun.” Although Mountbatten-Windsor has consistently denied any wrongdoing, the revelations have reignited demands for accountability, particularly in light of accusations from the late Virginia Giuffre.
Giuffre, who tragically died by suicide in April 2025 at age 41, alleged in her civil lawsuit—settled out of court in 2022—that she was trafficked to Mountbatten-Windsor on three occasions when she was 17. Her posthumous memoir, Nobody’s Girl, detailed these claims, painting a picture of coercion and abuse within Epstein’s circle. Giuffre’s lawyer, Brad Edwards, echoed Lacerda’s sentiments in an interview with The Guardian, declaring that “anyone who ever gave any credence to the denials of Virginia’s claims by Epstein, Maxwell, or Andrew should be ashamed of themselves.” Edwards praised Giuffre’s courage, emphasizing how the new files underscore deeper connections between Mountbatten-Windsor and Epstein’s operations.
Lacerda, originally from Brazil and now living in the U.S., spoke of systemic failures on both sides of the Atlantic that allowed powerful figures to evade scrutiny. She highlighted how governments “let Virginia down” by not pursuing her allegations more aggressively during her lifetime. The survivor expressed frustration that significant attention only surged after Giuffre’s death and the publication of her memoir, noting, “So many people ignored her while he stayed silent and protected.”
Mountbatten-Windsor, stripped of his royal titles and military affiliations earlier this year amid ongoing Epstein fallout, has faced mounting isolation. Recent reports also revealed he relinquished his Duke of York title in October 2025, citing distractions to the royal family. Despite settling Giuffre’s lawsuit for an undisclosed sum—reportedly in the millions—with no admission of liability, the former prince has maintained his innocence. However, the latest files include references to U.S. prosecutors believing they had evidence of him engaging in sexual conduct with one of Epstein’s victims, though he was never charged.
The Epstein scandal continues to expose the vulnerabilities of survivors seeking justice against influential figures. Lacerda’s plea aligns with broader calls from victims’ advocates for full transparency, including unredacted documents and independent investigations. As petitions and public pressure grow, the question remains whether these renewed revelations will finally compel Mountbatten-Windsor to address the allegations head-on.
Edwards’ stark words serve as a reminder of the human cost: years of denials that compounded survivors’ trauma. With Giuffre no longer able to speak for herself, voices like Lacerda’s carry forward the fight, insisting that no one—regardless of status—should escape accountability. The release of these files, part of ongoing transparency efforts under the Epstein Files Transparency Act, has ensured the story remains in the public eye, forcing a reckoning long overdue.
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