Duke of Marlborough Faces Charges for Intentional Strangulation
The Duke of Marlborough, Charles James Spencer-Churchill, faces serious allegations as he prepares for a court appearance. The 70-year-old aristocrat has been charged with intentional strangulation, involving three separate incidents against the same individual.
Details of the Charges
The alleged attacks occurred in Woodstock, Oxfordshire, over an 18-month span, specifically between November 2022 and May 2024. Thames Valley Police reported that Mr. Spencer-Churchill was arrested on May 13, 2024, regarding these accusations.
Background of the Duke of Marlborough
- The Duke of Marlborough is a descendant of Sir Winston Churchill.
- He became the 12th Duke in 2014 following his father’s death.
- He is related to Diana, Princess of Wales, through the Spencer family.
His ancestral home is the iconic Blenheim Palace, located in Woodstock. This estate is notable as the birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill and is currently managed by the Blenheim Palace Heritage Foundation.
Response from the Heritage Foundation
The Blenheim Palace Heritage Foundation released a statement concerning the ongoing legal matters. They emphasized that they cannot comment on the specifics of the accusations, which pertain to the duke’s personal life and are subject to active legal proceedings. The foundation clarified that it operates independently from the Duke of Marlborough.
Upcoming Court Appearance
Mr. Spencer-Churchill is scheduled to appear before magistrates in Oxford, where he will respond to the charges. This incident continues to attract media attention due to the duke’s high-profile lineage and the serious nature of the allegations.
As the situation unfolds, Duke of Marlborough’s representatives have been contacted for further comment, but no response has been received to date.
