King Charles III and Queen Camilla's royal trip to Jersey took an unexpected turn on Monday when they were hastily evacuated from a public engagement after security personnel raised concerns about a perceived drone threat. Despite rumors about a drone, an investigation later revealed the incident was a "false alarm," and the royal couple was able to resume their scheduled activities.
King Charles III and Queen Camilla's two-day visit to the Channel Islands was marred by a security scare on Monday when they were abruptly removed from a public engagement in Jersey.
Royal Scare: King Charles and Queen Camilla Evacuated After Unfounded Drone Threat
According to reports, Charles and Camilla were whisked away from the event to a nearby hotel, where they remained until an "all-clear" was given, allowing them to return to their itinerary.
Eyewitnesses described the incident as sudden, with Camilla being escorted away by several people as she enjoyed an ice cream. Some attendees speculated about a drone sighting, but an official investigation later determined that the rumor was unfounded.
Royal Scare: King Charles and Queen Camilla Evacuated After Unfounded Drone Threat
Matt Wilkinson, royal editor for The Sun, shared a video on social media that captured the moment Camilla was removed from the area. The footage shows several individuals guiding her away from an ice cream van as she ate her treat.
Another witness, Matt Taylor, recalled being engaged in a conversation with Charles when security personnel approached and ordered him to leave immediately. Taylor stated that the guard "grabbed" him and informed him that the king "has to go, now."
Royal Scare: King Charles and Queen Camilla Evacuated After Unfounded Drone Threat
Despite the urgency, Taylor noted that Charles did not appear visibly panicked, although the guard's demeanor was "quite stern."
Security officials deemed the incident a "false alarm," and Charles and Camilla were able to continue their planned activities without further disruption.
Royal Scare: King Charles and Queen Camilla Evacuated After Unfounded Drone Threat
A spokesperson for Buckingham Palace declined to comment on the incident, while a letter sent by King Charles to former US President Donald Trump was the subject of separate reporting.
In the wake of Saturday's assassination attempt on Trump, King Charles sent a private letter to the former president through the UK embassy in Washington. The contents of the letter have not been disclosed, and Buckingham Palace has refused to provide any additional information.
Royal Scare: King Charles and Queen Camilla Evacuated After Unfounded Drone Threat
Trump narrowly escaped serious injury after being grazed by a bullet at a rally in Pennsylvania. The gunman, 20-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks, was killed on the scene by authorities, along with a spectator named Corey Comperatore. Two other individuals were injured but are now in stable condition.
The security scare in Jersey and the assassination attempt on Donald Trump underscore the increasing importance of vigilance and swift response in protecting high-profile individuals from potential threats.
Royal Scare: King Charles and Queen Camilla Evacuated After Unfounded Drone Threat
