The family of Virginia Giuffre, who accused Prince Andrew of rape, has expressed relief following his arrest. In a statement shared with CBS News, Giuffre's siblings remarked that their 'broken hearts' were consoled by the news that no one is above the law, including royalty. They expressed gratitude to the police for the arrest, highlighting the importance of accountability in high-profile cases involving powerful individuals.

Virginia Giuffre accused Prince Andrew of raping her when she was just 17 years old in 2001. In 2021, she sued him, and the parties reached a settlement the following year, although Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor never admitted any wrongdoing. The family’s statement, which claims 'He was never a prince' and addresses survivors everywhere, underscores the ongoing fight for justice within the context of social and legal accountability for sexual violence.

Tragically, Virginia Giuffre took her own life in April 2025 at the age of 41. Her death adds a heartbreaking dimension to this case, highlighting the toll that such traumatic experiences can take on survivors and their families, while calling attention to the need for systemic change in how allegations of sexual abuse are handled, particularly when they involve influential figures and institutions.