Prince Andrew again served with sexual assault lawsuit, accuser’s lawyers claim

The issue of whether or not Andrew has been notified about the case – known as service of proceedings – was contested during the first pre-trial hearing of the civil case last week in New York

Prince Andrew has been served with a sexual assault lawsuit after the relevant paperwork was delivered to his US lawyer, court records show. Picture: Joe Giddens/PA

Prince Andrew has been served with a sexual assault lawsuit after the relevant paperwork was delivered to his US lawyer, according to his accuser’s legal team.

Virginia Giuffre is seeking damages after alleging Andrew sexually assaulted her, a claim he vehemently denies.