Prince William and Kate Middleton were reportedly alarmed by reports that a convicted torturer was allowed entry into Kensington Palace and that he was able to get within 10 feet of Prince George and his siblings.
The massive security breach was discovered when the ex-convict bragged about his experience with other people. The ex-convict was reportedly imprisoned in 2008 for his involvement in a brutal attack against a victim who had boiling water poured down his back by the man and his accomplices. The ex-convict, identified as Darren Benjamin, was jailed for seven years for his role in violent crime.
According to a report by The Sun, Benjamin was cleared to deliver furniture to Kensington Palace as a driver for an independent company and was able to interact with the three royals at the Palace.
Benjamin reportedly boasted to co-workers that he was able to meet Prince William and Kate's little ones -- Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis whom he said greeted him when he entered the palace. The children were in the company of their nanny Maria Teresa Borallo at the time.
According to a report, the ex-convict even commented to his friends how pleasant the future king was, indicating how close he may have gotten to the children during the brief encounter. While it was not yet verified whether Benjamin was exaggerating his interaction with Prince George, Palace officials were still alarmed at the idea that the lapse in security could have endangered the young royal.
A source from the Palace said that Prince William, in particular, was concerned over how the ex-convict was cleared for entry in Kensington given his violent past. While the Duke of Cambridge was a believer of giving second chances to people who have served their time, William was concerned over the security protocols at the Palace.
"The Duke has been informed and is obviously taking a close interest into what happened. He strongly believes criminals deserve a second chance once they have served their time, but is concerned current security policies might not be strong enough. It's very important we know who is coming into the Palace," the source stated.
A massive investigation and review of security protocols have been launched in the Palace after receiving reports of the breach. It is believed that the Palace will implement a more stringent procedure and risk assessment for those who will be granted entry into the royal home.
