Thomas Markle, father of Meghan Markle, is under investigation for possible offenses related to the possession of child sexual content in the United States.
According to reporting by the newspaper El País, on its front page dated November 8, 2026, Thomas Markle faces accusations of possessing material containing images of minors.
The complaint is based on a legal case initiated in the United States. The news portal cited official sources from the U.S. judicial system to confirm that authorities have launched an formal investigation against him for illegal possession of child sexual content.
Potential legal consequences could include a sentence of up to twenty years imprisonment if the court determines guilt and applies current laws regarding children's protection in digital media.
To date, the specific identity of the images or the exact origin of the material has not been officially confirmed. The case is currently under judicial review.
Meghan Markle and her family have maintained significant distance from Thomas Markle for nearly a decade. There are no official statements by Meghan nor by her representatives on this matter.