SCOTLAND Yard could be called in to investigate the alleged breach of the Princess of Wales's private medical records.
The world-renowned London Clinic in Marylebone, where Kate had abdominal surgery in January, launched a probe amid allegations staff tried to access her private medical records.
Sources said last night up to three people could be involved.
In a further bombshell, it can be revealed that the alleged breach took place after the future queen was discharged on January 29, as social media exploded with outlandish and hurtful conspiracy theories relating to her surgery.
Sources said the criminal investigation, described as "unprecedented" and which is now being run by the Information Commissioner's Office, could run alongside an additional probe by the Metropolitan Police.
Accessing someone's medical records without cause or consent can be a criminal offence.
If the ICO finds evidence that medical records were accessed illegally, it can take action, including prosecuting and fining the person responsible in court.
The London Clinic CEO AI Russell said yesterday: "There is no place at our hospital for those who intentionally breach the trust of any of our patients or colleagues."
A source said: "This is such a unique case that a police investigation could run alongside one by the Information Commissioner's Office.
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