In a recent controversial claim, Prince Harry and his wife Meghan Markle have alleged that their lives were endangered by pursuing paparazzi after attending a glamorous event in New York City.
Speculation is rife that Prince Harry may be seeking legal action against New York for not believing their car chase story, with rumors suggesting that they may sue Backgrid for the video footage.
While there is no official information available at this time, it is the most likely course of action.
The incident took place in New York City, where the use of electronic recording or broadcast devices is generally not permitted in civil or criminal court proceedings.
However, the state of New York has previously allowed the use of such devices in courtrooms from 1987 to 1997.
This raises the question of whether Meghan Markle and Harry could potentially be sued by US citizens over their claim of being chased by paparazzi photographers in the city.
Some New York residents have reported being stuck in traffic for hours due to the drama staged by the royal couple, and a few have even expressed their intention to take legal action against the Sussexes.
According to an eyewitness, there were numerous near-high-speed collisions after the couple’s car came to a stop in the middle of the road.
The next two weeks are expected to be interesting as speculations continue to circulate.
The claims made by Harry and Meghan have faced significant pushback from the New York Police Department, which has officially debunked their assertions.
The NYPD has stated that the alleged chase was neither high-speed nor significantly risky.
They described the situation as logistically challenging due to the constant looping of the Sussexes’ motorcade around the same blocks.
Despite the couple comparing their experience to Princess Diana’s fatal car crash in 1997 while fleeing from paparazzi, the NYPD stands by their statement.
It appears that the royals’ claims were a strategic move to strengthen their ongoing legal battle against the British press, focusing on the issue of intrusive paparazzi, regardless of the actual circumstances.
Initially, Mayor Eric Adams expressed concern over the incident, calling it reckless and irresponsible.
However, he later expressed skepticism about the possibility of a two-hour chase through the typically congested streets of Manhattan.
The NYPD emphasized the absence of collision reports or emergency calls related to the alleged incident, painting a picture more in line with a typical night in the bustling city.
Critics of Harry and Meghan argue that their desire for media attention contradicts their negative portrayal of the press.
Their apparent craving for the limelight has raised eyebrows, particularly considering their frequent use of their celebrity status for personal gain.
Some citizens have accused the couple of using NYPD resources for free, expressing their concerns about more pressing safety issues in the city.
In fact, one citizen lodged an online complaint, urging the mayor not to provide free security details to the Duke and Duchess of Sussex while they are in New York City.
As the controversy surrounding Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s claims unfolds, it remains to be seen how the situation will develop.
The public will undoubtedly be closely following the outcome of this ongoing legal battle between the royal couple and the British press.