Meghan Markle's father investigated for child abuse in Philippines

By PulseAugur Editorial · [1 sources] · 2026-10-27 05:11

Thomas Markle Snr, the father of Meghan Markle, Duchess of Sussex, is under investigation in the Philippines following allegations of child abuse. His son, Thomas Markle Jnr, has provided police with digital evidence, including phones and computer equipment, related to their father. Markle Snr and Markle Jnr had recently relocated to Cebu City from Mexico. AI

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SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · SCMP’s Asia desk · 2026-10-27 05:11

‘Disgusting monster’: Meghan Markle’s dad slammed by son amid Philippine police probe

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