A spokesman for Prince Harry and Meghan Markle said in a statement that the paparazzi had chased them through the streets of New York for “two hours” and that the couple were “close to death” in the car as a result.
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A description that recalls the tragic death of the Duke of Sussex’s mother, Lady Di, but was quickly contradicted.
First, police said in a press release that the situation was less catastrophic and dangerous than the couple’s representative had suggested. “The NYPD provided private security and protection for the Duke and Duchess of Sussex. There were many photographers making the ride difficult. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have arrived at their destination and there have been no reports of clashes, fines, injuries or arrests,” said a law enforcement spokesman.
As for the taxi driver who gave the race to Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, he also denies. “I don’t think it can be said that we were followed. I have never felt in danger. It wasn’t a chase like in the movies. (The Sussexes) were calm but seemed frightened. Still, this is New York, it’s a safe city,” Sukhcharn Singh told the Washington Post.
In addition, on the BBC’s mic, he added that he only drove it “10 minutes”. “$50 for a 10 minute race, what can we complain about? he joked before detailing his trip with the Duke and Duchess of Sussex who were away for a social event.
“I was on 67th Street and security pulled me over. And I ended up ending up in my cab with Prince Harry and his wife. We were blocked by a garbage truck and the paparazzi took photos. (Harry and Meghan) looked nervous, I think they were being followed all day but the bodyguard managed. The paparazzi followed us, but that’s it. They kept their distance,” he added.