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Philippine Police Seize Devices Linked to Thomas Markle Sr as Forensic Probe Begins

Forensic results will determine whether the suspected child sexual abuse material leads to criminal charges.

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 17: Meghan, Duchess of Sussex meets volunteer first responders from Bondi Surf Bathers' Life Saving Club, during a visit to Bondi Beach, on day four of the royal trip to Australia on April 17, 2026 in Sydney, Australia. Volunteers from the organisation, founded in 1907, played an integral role in protecting beachgoers and saving lives during the terrorist attack at Bondi Beach on December 14. (Photo by Jonathan Brady-Pool/Getty Images)
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Overview

  • Philippine investigators recovered a laptop and other items from Thomas Markle Sr’s former home and say digital forensic tests are under way with results expected within about a week.
  • The FBI has confirmed it is aware of the allegations and has offered support to Philippine authorities as they examine the seized devices and related evidence.
  • Thomas Markle Jr reported finding the material and told police and US hotlines he discovered images and videos in storage boxes, while Thomas Markle Sr denies possessing child sexual abuse material but has admitted paying for sex in the Philippines.
  • London’s Metropolitan Police confirmed it received a 2019 letter alleging offending by Thomas Markle Sr, passed the letter to the Duke and Duchess of Sussex at the time, and is reviewing whether its handling should be referred to the police watchdog.
  • Family members are sharply divided, Meghan says she cut contact with her father to protect her children and calls for child safety and verification are shaping next steps for prosecutors and investigators.