Met Police kept allegations about Thomas Markle secret from other agencies
London's Met Police received a letter with allegations against Thomas Markle in 2019 but didn't share it.
The Metropolitan Police confirmed it received a letter in January 2019. The letter contained "a number of claims about alleged offending outside the United Kingdom" regarding Thomas Markle, Meghan's father.
The force did not pass the letter to other agencies at the time. International media reported claims that child sexual abuse material was found at Markle's former home in the Philippines.
He has denied this, calling the accusations "sick lies". Meghan revealed on Friday that she was told in 2018 about "disturbing allegations" against her father.
This led her to keep her children away from him. The Met Police is now reviewing how it handled the case.
It is deciding whether to ask the police watchdog to investigate. Philippine authorities are investigating the allegations.
The FBI said it is aware and would provide support.
- January 2019
- Letter received
- Philippines
- Allegations location
- Thomas Markle, Meghan's father
- Subject of allegations
- 2018
- Meghan informed
Why it mattersThe case raises questions about police communication and whether serious allegations across borders were properly handled and shared.
AustraliaNo direct Australian effect, but the story involves an allegation that unfolded partly through the royal family's Australian coverage and raises questions about international police cooperation.
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