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Philippines investigates Thomas Markle over child sexual abuse image allegations

Philippine authorities launched an investigation into Thomas Markle regarding allegations he possessed child sexual abuse images found at his former home in Cebu.

Meghan Markle ‘distressed’ as Philippines probes father over child sexual abuse images
File photo Meghan Markle ‘distressed’ as Philippines probes father over child sexual abuse images Photo: South China Morning Post

Investigation details and timeline

The Anti-Trafficking and Anti-OSAEC task force in Cebu is currently examining the matter. Interior minister Jonvic Remulla stated that forensic analysis of digital images would be complete within a week. A statement regarding the findings will be released once the data has been fully analysed.

Markle family response

Thomas Markle could not be reached for comment immediately after the announcement. He was quoted by the Daily Mail as calling the accusations sick lies. Meghan Markle said she had known about the allegations against her father since 2018.

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  • South China Morning Post
  • The Guardian

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