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UPDATED Oct 23, 2026 at 3:00 PM ET
Oct 23, 2026 at 7:00 AM ET
Philippine task force investigates Thomas Markle
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A Philippine anti-trafficking and online child abuse task force in Cebu is investigating Thomas Markle over alleged possession of child sexual abuse images, Justice Undersecretary Nicholas Ty said Friday. Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, said she was informed of disturbing allegations against her father in 2018; she is described as deeply distressed.
WHO: The Philippine anti-trafficking and online sexual abuse task force in Cebu, as confirmed by Justice Undersecretary Nicholas Ty.
WHAT: The task force is investigating Thomas Markle over alleged possession of child sexual abuse images.
WHEN: Oct 23, 2026
WHERE: Cebu, Philippines
WHY: The investigation was prompted by allegations that Thomas Markle possessed child sexual abuse images.
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