Philippine probe into Thomas Markle Sr. amid child abuse allegations
Philippine authorities launched an investigation into Thomas Markle Sr. after child sexual abuse images were reportedly found in his home, and his daughter Meghan Markle said she was deeply distressed by the allegations, Page Six reported. Reuters had earlier reported that Philippine officials opened the probe after claims surfaced that Markle possessed such material, which he denied. Meghan Markle had previously expressed distress over the allegations and said she had limited his contact with her children, according to NBC News and the Los Angeles Times.
The Metropolitan Police in London confirmed it had received a 2019 letter alleging misconduct by Markle but had not shared it with other agencies; the force said it would review its handling after the matter resurfaced, as reported by the BBC, The Star and CBS News. Earlier, Thomas Markle Sr. acknowledged a relationship with a 46-year-old nurse in the Philippines, as noted by Page Six.