Article continues below advertisementJeffrey Epstein's links to the British royal family have come under fresh scrutiny following revelations that the convicted s-- offender attended a prestigious royal event with Queen Elizabeth II.The Duke of York reportedly welcomed Epstein into the Royal Box during Ladies' Day at Ascot on June 22, 2000. The revelation has reignited criticism over Prince Andrew's friendship with the disgraced financier.Article continues below advertisementSource: MegaPrince Andrew reportedly welcomed Jeffrey Epstein into the Royal Box.