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Philippine police discover child abuse material on devices linked to Markle's father
Philippine authorities have confirmed the discovery of child sexual abuse material on digital devices submitted by a family member connected to Thomas Markle, the estranged father of Britain's Meghan, Duchess of Sussex. The devices were turned over to police and have become the subject of an ongoing investigation.
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Philippine National Police confirmed the findings to international media on Wednesday, stating that three memory cards and a mobile phone contained the illicit material. The devices were provided by a son of Thomas Markle, according to law enforcement officials.
The discovery marks a significant development involving the family of the British royal, though details regarding the circumstances of how police obtained the devices and the scope of the investigation remain limited. Authorities have not yet disclosed additional information about potential charges or next steps in the case.
Thomas Markle, a former television lighting director, has remained estranged from his daughter for several years following disputes that became public during her engagement to Prince Harry. The relationship between the Duchess and her father has been marked by legal disputes and public statements from both parties.
The investigation is being conducted by Philippine law enforcement authorities, and further details are expected to emerge as proceedings develop. Such cases involving child sexual abuse material typically trigger comprehensive investigations by specialized units within national police forces.