Two men charged over Prince Andrew heckler ‘assault’ during Queen’s coffin procession

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Two men have been charged with assault after a heckler was allegedly thrown to the ground during the Queen’s coffin procession in Edinburgh.

Police launched a probe after members of the public stepped in when Prince Andrew was 'verbally abused' as he walked behind his mother’s coffin on the Royal Mile on September 12.

The protestor, a 22-year-old man, was removed from the scene by officers before being charged with a breach-of-the-peace in relation to his behaviour.

He was released on an undertaking and expected in court at a later date. Police Scotland have now confirmed two other men, both aged 34, are expected to appear in court after being arrested and charged.A force spokeswoman said: “Two men, both 34, have been arrested and charged in connection with assault following an incident on the Royal Mile on September 12.“A report will be sent for the consideration of the fiscal.”All the Queen’s children, including King Charles and Princess Anne were walking behind their mother’s coffin as it travelled to St Giles’ Cathedral after leaving the Palace of Holyroodhouse for the last time. Don't miss the latest news from around Scotland and beyond - Sign up to our daily newsletter here . Scots OAP held in own home by balaclava thieves who stole thousands of pounds worth of goods King Charles to relegate shamed Prince Andrew to ‘dog walker-in-chief’, expert claims Queen Consort Camilla scraps traditional palace roles in huge Royal family shake-up