Meghan Markle's brother named as person of interest in dad Thomas' porn probe
Key Points:
- Thomas Markle Jr., Meghan Markle’s half-brother, has been named a person of interest in the child pornography investigation involving their father, Thomas Markle Sr., according to Philippine Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla.
- Authorities received witness information alleging underage girls were brought to a residence linked to the probe, and 7,500 sensitive materials featuring minors were found on various devices, though ownership of the devices is still being investigated with FBI assistance.
- Thomas Jr. previously reported discovering child sexual abuse images at his father’s home and called for a court case, while Thomas Sr. denies the allegations, calling them “sick lies” and expressing shock and hurt.
- Meghan Markle stated she was “deeply disturbed” by the investigation and revealed she had known about similar allegations years earlier, which influenced her decision to keep her father away from her children.