Child pornography found in home of Meghan Markle's father

Philippine police found "a large quantity of child-related pornographic material" at the former residence of Meghan Markle, wife of Prince Harry, according to the Philippine Interior Minister on Saturday evening.

The Sun and Daily Mail reported on Friday that Thomas Markle's son found a collection of images involving child sexual exploitation at his father's former residence in the Philippines.

Thomas Markle had been residing in Cebu, Philippines, until his announced return to the United States earlier this year.

Philippine Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla told AFP on Saturday evening that police "searched the former residence of a person named Thomas Markle, based on reports filed by his son."

He clarified that "a large quantity of child-related pornographic material was found there, along with a laptop," noting that full investigation results "will be announced within two weeks."

Meghan Markle expressed her "shock" at the allegations directed at her father in the press, revealing that she did not allow any contact between him and her children following previous claims.

The Duchess of Sussex stated on Friday that she learned in 2018 about a letter sent to the unit responsible for protecting members of the Royal Family at London police, which contained "disturbing and unsettling allegations" regarding her father.

A spokesperson for London Police confirmed on Saturday that they received "in January 2019 a message containing a number of claims about offenses allegedly committed outside the United Kingdom," which raised "concerns regarding the safety of the Duchess of Sussex."