Jeffrey Epstein accuser urges Prince Andrew to ‘come clean’

(FASTNEWS | COLOMBO) – A woman who accused Jeffrey Epstein of sex abuse and alleged she was forced to have sex with Prince Andrew as a 17-year-old has urged him to “come clean”.

Speaking after a hearing for alleged victims in the wake of Epstein’s death, Virginia Giuffre told reporters the prince “knows what he’s done”.

The Duke of York has previously denied these claims.

A coroner ruled Epstein killed himself this month while awaiting trial on sex trafficking and conspiracy charges.

The 66-year-old tycoon – who once counted President Donald Trump, former President Bill Clinton and Prince Andrew as friends – was found unresponsive in his prison cell on 10 August.

About 15 plaintiffs were given an opportunity to speak at the New York City court hearing that brings an end to the criminal case – which is now closed because of Epstein’s death.

The women spoke of their anger, saying Epstein had cheated justice by taking his own life.

Prosecutors said the investigation was ongoing and charges could still be brought against any co-conspirators.

(BBC)