Radio Caroline was reprimanded after a volunteer accidentally triggered pre-recorded files announcing King Charles III's death. How did the false King Charles incident happen? King Charles III was, in fact, alive and carrying out official engagements in Northern Ireland at the time the false announcement went out. Media regulator Ofcom completed its investigation and issued its ruling on August 10, 2026, finding that Radio Caroline had breached broadcasting regulations. Radio Caroline acknowledged the gravity of the situation, offering an apology and confirming that the staff member involved had been reprimanded.