A former romantic partner of Prince Harry, Catherine Ommanney, has been arrested in Majorca on allegations of fraud for leaving a hotel without paying her bill. The incident occurred at the Playas del Rey Hotel in the Santa Ponsa resort, where she allegedly departed without settling a bill of over €500 (approximately £434) for her nine-day stay.
Hotel management reported the incident to the police, leading to Ommanney’s detention on the afternoon of March 15, 2024. According to police sources, she used a card that had insufficient funds to book her accommodation. She appeared before a judge in Palma, Majorca’s capital, later that evening and was released on bail pending further investigation.
Ommanney, 53, is known for her role in the reality television series Real Housewives of DC, as well as for her brief relationship with Prince Harry in 2006. She has claimed that their affair began when they met in a bar, with her stating, “He was 21 and very sure of himself.”
Details of the Arrest
The arrest was confirmed by a representative of the Civil Guard, who stated: “A 53-year-old British woman was arrested yesterday on suspicion of fraud after the representative of a hotel in Santa Ponsa reported her for allegedly leaving the establishment without paying her hotel bill.”
Following her release from custody, Ommanney was seen leaving a court cell, escorted by a Civil Guard officer, but did not provide any comments to the press. Reports suggest that she had not yet discussed the situation with her lawyer, who stated that they would refrain from commenting until receiving authorization from Ommanney.
A receptionist at the Playas del Rey Hotel indicated that the manager was unavailable for comment. Meanwhile, court officials could not be reached for further details regarding the proceedings.
Background on Catherine Ommanney
In November 2022, Ommanney shared insights into her past relationship with Prince Harry, indicating that their connection was more than fleeting. She described him as a “great kisser” and noted that he “knew how to treat a woman.” She speculated that their age difference might have contributed to their attraction, suggesting that she offered him a sense of maturity and guidance that younger women did not.
Ommanney’s claims about their brief romance included affectionate anecdotes and reflections on their time together. She expressed the belief that their relationship gradually lost its spark after several meetings, though they remained “friendly” during a subsequent encounter at a polo match in 2009.
As the investigation into the hotel incident continues, it remains unclear how this recent arrest will affect Ommanney’s public image, particularly given her previous claims about her relationship with Prince Harry. Both she and her legal team have been approached for comments, but no statements have been issued at this time.
