Thomas Markle held in federal custody after monitor removal
Thomas Markle, 82, was returned to federal custody after he allegedly removed his ankle monitor.
Thomas Markle was returned to federal custody in Florida. Markle allegedly removed his ankle monitor early Tuesday.
The 82-year-old was arrested last week and charged with possessing indecent images of children. A federal judge found his housing unsuitable and revoked his pretrial release.
He was denied bond. The FBI searched storage units Markle had rented since 2008.
Agents found about 78 items including film negatives and slides. Markle denies the allegations and calls them sick lies.
- 82 years old
- Age
- Rented storage units since 2008
- Storage history
- Tampa, Florida
- Court location
Why it mattersThe case shows courts enforce their release orders and investigate child abuse cases.
AustraliaThe story draws international attention among Australian audiences due to Markle's connection to Meghan and the royal family.
Corroborated byThe Canberra Times
