nuOct 23, 2026, 10:26

Meghan Markle's father investigated for possession of child abuse images following son's report

Thomas Markle is under investigation after his son, Thomas Markle Jr., reported finding thousands of images of child abuse among his father's belongings in the Philippines. The FBI and Philippine authorities have launched inquiries into the matter, though Markle Sr. has not yet responded to the claims.

Thomas Markle, the father of Meghan Markle, is currently under investigation following allegations made by his son, Thomas Markle Jr. The younger Markle reportedly discovered hundreds, possibly thousands, of images depicting child abuse while searching through his father's personal belongings in a former residence located in Cebu, Philippines. He claimed to have found the files across several mobile phones, hard drives, and other electronic devices stored in boxes belonging to his father.

Following the discovery, Thomas Markle Jr. has publicly distanced himself from the 82-year-old, stating he will no longer have contact with him unless required to testify in a legal proceeding. Philippine authorities have established a special investigative team to examine the evidence, which has been submitted for forensic analysis. Furthermore, the FBI has confirmed receipt of the report, as Thomas Markle Sr. is a United States citizen. Markle Sr., who currently resides in a care facility in Florida, has not yet issued a response to these serious allegations.

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