Thomas Markle child porn arrest live updates: Meghan’s estranged father in custody, weeks after sex-abuse photos allegedly found in his home
November 6, 2026
Meghan Markle’s estranged dad, Thomas Markle Sr., could face at least a decade in prison following his arrest for allegedly having child pornography.
The 82-year-old allegedly had a stash of the disturbing materials at his home in the Philippines and in a storage unit in Mexico and was reportedly arrested for possession of child sexual abuse material.
While the specific federal charges are not yet clear, he could face a decade behind bars simply for having the sick images. He could also face a stiffer sentence if the photos are of a child under the age of 12.
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