As the Duke of Sussex disembarked from his flight at Düsseldorf International Airport, he was met by eager onlookers. From there, he gracefully entered a waiting car bound for his hotel. Providing a watchful eye over Prince Harry's security during this high-profile trip is none other than Chris Sanchez, a former US presidential bodyguard, as reported by the Daily Mail.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle famously stepped down from their senior royal roles in 2020, a decision that led to a significant rift within the Royal Family. This transition also resulted in the loss of their official security detail, leaving them in a vulnerable position. Since their relocation to the United States, Chris Sanchez has assumed the role of their primary bodyguard, accompanying them on all their domestic and international journeys.
Sanchez, with his extensive background, previously served on the security detail of former President Barack Obama. Notably, he was also present during a recent incident that made headlines—a harrowing car chase involving Prince Harry and Meghan Markle in New York City back in May.
The incident sparked a flurry of mixed reactions. The Sussexes' representative suggested that the paparazzi had endangered lives, describing a high-speed and relentless pursuit through Manhattan's streets. However, the police's version of events painted a somewhat different picture, characterizing the trip back to their private accommodations as "challenging" but making no arrests.
In Germany, Prince Harry arrived solo, as his wife, Meghan Markle, remains in the United States with their two children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet. However, it's anticipated that the Duchess of Sussex will soon join her husband during the course of the Invictus Games.
