# Investigation into Thomas Markle Sr. allegations > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/investigation-into-thomas-markle-sr-allegations > Updated: 2026-10-26T11:49:29.000Z. Sources: 375. Developments: 6. Thomas Markle Sr., father of Meghan Markle, remains under investigation following allegations of possessing child sexual abuse material. The claims, initiated by his son, Thomas Markle Jr., involve the alleged discovery of illicit images and videos in boxes and electronic devices at his former residence in Cebu, Philippines. Philippine authorities, including the Philippine National Police (PNP), have confirmed the discovery of a “significant volume of child pornography material” and a laptop during an inspection of the residence. Philippine Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla stated that a specialized task force has been appointed to handle the case and is examining the device to recover digital evidence. Remulla noted that “all signs point to a possible sex offender of the grossest kind.” The FBI is also investigating potential violations of U.S. federal law and has offered support to Philippine authorities. Thomas Markle Sr., 82, has denied the allegations, calling them “sick lies” and “repugnant lies,” suggesting his computer may have been hacked. He maintained, “I have never had sex with anyone under the age of 18,” and noted the devices had not been in his possession for some time. While he admitted to paying for sex with prostitutes during previous visits to the Philippines, he continues to deny any involvement with minors. Following revelations from Meghan Markle that she has been “deeply distressed” by these allegations since 2018, the London Metropolitan Police has confirmed it received a letter in January 2019 containing these claims. The letter was sent to the institution’s Fixated Threat Assessment Centre to evaluate security risks to the Duchess. The Metropolitan Police is now reviewing why these details were not shared with overseas law enforcement at the time and is evaluating whether to refer the matter to the Independent Office for Police Conduct to investigate potential irregularities. ## Claims - No criminal charges have been announced. (disputed by 45 sources) - The Philippine Justice Ministry confirmed a complaint has been filed against Thomas Markle. (disputed by 9 sources) - The material allegedly consists of hundreds or potentially thousands of images and videos. (corroborated by 67 sources) - The material was found inside four large boxes containing personal items. (corroborated by 62 sources) - Thomas Markle Jr. discovered the material in Cebu, Philippines. (corroborated by 57 sources) - A 15-minute video of minors was found on an old LG mobile phone. (corroborated by 52 sources) - Thomas Markle Jr. reported the findings to the FBI and the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children on July 10. (corroborated by 51 sources) - Thomas Markle Sr. is 82 years old. (corroborated by 35 sources) ## Timeline ### 2026-10-26: London Metropolitan Police review handling of 2019 allegations against Thomas Markle Sr London's Metropolitan Police is reviewing its 2019 handling of allegations against Thomas Markle Sr. after admitting it failed to share details of a letter regarding alleged offenses with overseas authorities. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/london-metropolitan-police-review-handling-of-2019-allegations-against-thomas-markle-sr ### 2026-10-25: Philippines police find child pornography at Thomas Markle's former residence Philippine police discovered child pornography material and a laptop at the former Cebu residence of Thomas Markle, father of Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, following reports from his son. 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippines-police-find-child-pornography-at-thomas-markles-former-residence ### 2026-10-24: Prince Harry and Meghan Markle face scrutiny over family and finances Prince Harry and Meghan Markle face scrutiny over investigations into Thomas Markle's alleged misconduct and speculation regarding the couple's personal finances and spending. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/prince-harry-and-meghan-markle-face-scrutiny-over-family-and-finances ### 2026-10-24: Thomas Markle under investigation in Philippines for alleged child abuse material Thomas Markle Sr. is under investigation in the Philippines for alleged possession of child abuse material found at his former home. He denies all charges, while Meghan Markle expressed deep distress. 142 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/meghan-markle-cuts-contact-with-father-over-abuse-allegations ### 2026-10-22: Thomas Markle under investigation for alleged child abuse material Meghan Markle expressed distress over allegations that her father, Thomas Markle Sr., possessed child abuse material found in the Philippines. He denies the claims. 293 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/thomas-markle-sr-investigated-over-alleged-child-abuse-material ### 2026-10-21: Prince Harry seeks family reconciliation amid legal allegations against Thomas Markle Prince Harry expresses a desire for family reconciliation with the Windsors, while Meghan Markle's father faces allegations of possessing child pornography, which his daughter denies. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/prince-harry-seeks-family-reconciliation-amid-legal-allegations-against-thomas-markle --- Cite as: Investigation into Thomas Markle Sr. allegations. 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