In 2019, the Metropolitan Police received a letter containing allegations related to the Duchess of Sussex's father, Thomas Markle, concerning offences outside the UK. The Met passed the letter to the Duke and Duchess of Sussex's office but did not share the information with other law enforcement agencies. The police are currently reviewing their handling of the matter and considering a referral to the Independent Office for Police Conduct.
The allegations emerged following reports that child sexual abuse images were found at Markle's former home in the Philippines, claims he denies. Meghan Markle stated she was informed of "disturbing allegations" in 2018 and was assured they were being investigated. Authorities in the Philippines have confirmed an ongoing investigation, including a digital forensic examination of Markle's computer. The development sheds light on the reasons behind Meghan's estrangement from her father and her decision to restrict his contact with her children.
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