Prince William and Kate’s residence no longer deemed secure after drug-carrying intruder exposes fatal flaw

A security breach happened at Windsor Castle.

A man in his thirties entered the castle grounds without permission near Town Gate. The incident took place around 1 PM when the intruder, who was suspected to be under the influence of drugs, climbed over a wall to get into the restricted area. The Prince and Princess of Wales were at Adelaide Cottage that day with their children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis.

Officers from the Metropolitan Police Royal and Specialist Protection Command responded quickly and arrested the individual. The suspect was taken into custody for trespassing on a protected site and for having Class A drugs. After his arrest, the man was handed over to Thames Valley Police, who are responsible for the area outside the castle grounds. Following background checks, he was released on bail while the investigation continues.

Although the intruder did not make it into the inner parts of Windsor Castle, where the state apartments, St George’s Chapel, and the Inner Hall are located, the breach happened fairly close to Adelaide Cottage, where Prince William and Princess Kate live. However, the exact location of the royal family at the time of the breach has not been confirmed, and the incident took place some distance away from their home. Royal staff and security officers were informed of the breach as part of standard procedures, according to GB News.

A royal castle was broken into

This event is the latest in a string of security breaches at Windsor Castle, showing that vulnerabilities remain despite the strong security measures in place. In 2003, a man known as “comedy terrorist” Aaron Barchak managed to get into Prince William’s 21st birthday party. Additionally, in 2005, The Sun newspaper conducted a security test by driving a van through Henry VIII gate with a fake bomb.

A more serious incident occurred in 2012 when a drunk man climbed over a gate and got within 65 meters of Queen Elizabeth II’s private apartments before armed guards stopped him. Most concerning, in 2021, a man with a crossbow was arrested at Windsor Castle after recording a video where he said he wanted to kill the Queen. He was later found guilty of treason and sentenced to nine years in prison.

The June 1st incident, while not causing injuries or major damage, is a clear reminder of the potential risks to royal security. The fact that the intruder gained access so easily raises questions about whether current security measures are effective and if more improvements are needed to stop future breaches. Authorities are conducting a full investigation to understand how the security lapse happened and to identify any weaknesses that allowed the intruder to enter the restricted area.

The investigation will likely examine existing security procedures, including perimeter patrols, surveillance systems, and how quickly officers respond to threats. Any necessary upgrades to security will aim to strengthen the defenses around Windsor Castle and better protect the royal family and their homes. The focus will remain on preventing similar security incidents in the future.