Thomas Markle ‘moved into dementia care home’ amid ongoing child porn investigation: report

See more of our coverage in your search results. Thomas Markle Sr. has reportedly been moved into a “care home for dementia patients” amid the ongoing investigation into his alleged child pornography possession. Meghan Markle’s 82-year-old father was photographed in a wheelchair being pushed by care facility aides in Lakeland, Florida, on Friday. According to the Sun, he has been diagnosed with dementia and is in a facility specializing in “dementia care.” Thomas’ alleged “cognitive issues” may hinder the FBI’s child porn probe, a source told the outlet. Thomas Markle Sr. (pictured above on Friday) is reportedly in a “care home for dementia patients.” LB/GDoggy / BACKGRID The 82-year-old was photographed moving between care facilities in Lakeland, Florida, on Friday. LB/GDoggy / BACKGRID Meghan’s rep did not immediately respond to Page Six’s request for comment. The Duchess of Sussex’s dad, notably, lived in the Philippines until earlier this year when he moved back to America. His relocation came in the wake of a stroke, which led to a blood clot and the amputation of the former lighting director’s left leg below the knee. His daughter Samantha Markle said in May that he moved to pursue “ongoing medical care” in the United States. The facility specializes in “dementia care,” per the US Sun. LB/GDoggy / BACKGRID The outlet claimed Meghan Markle’s dad has been diagnosed with dementia. LB/GDoggy / BACKGRID Want more celebrity and pop culture news? Start your day with Page Six Daily. Thanks for signing up! News broke five months later that Thomas is being investigated for child porn possession after his son, Thomas Markle Jr., allegedly found “hundreds, if not thousands” of child sex abuse images at the Cebu home his dad had left. The 60-year-old reported his father to the authorities and went public with the allegations, which Thomas Sr. dubbed “bulls–t.” In a statement last week, he insisted, “I could never do what I’m being accused of. … It’s just a bunch of sick lies.” Samantha, 61, backed Thomas Sr. and accused her brother of seeking “revenge” with his claims. This, per the outlet, could thwart the FBI’s investigation into Thomas Sr. allegedly possessing child pornography in his Cebu, Philippines, home. LB/GDoggy / BACKGRID He has denied the claims as “sick lies.” LB/GDoggy / BACKGRID A Daily Mail reporter subsequently came forward with allegations of additional “vile” materials found in Thomas’ abandoned storage unit in Mexico. Page Six has confirmed officials have obtained a warrant in the Philippines to search Thomas’ digital devices. The Department of Justice’s Office of the Regional Prosecutor VII (Central Visayas, Philippines) tells us “appropriate legal action may be pursued” if there is “sufficient evidence to identify any person who may be held liable.” Meghan, 45, has issued a single statement on the scandal, writing, in part, that she is “deeply distressed” by the news. News subsequently broke that additional “vile” materials were found in a storage unit allegedly abandoned by Thomas (pictured above in March 2020) in Mexico. BACKGRID Meghan called the news about her dad “deeply distressing” in a statement last week. BACKGRID While we hear her husband Prince Harry’s royal family members will likely distance themselves from the couple and not “become involved” in the matter, Prince William and Kate Middleton found themselves dragged into headlines Friday. The Daily Mail reported the Prince and Princess of Wales, both 44, were made aware of a letter sent to police in 2019 — and, later, passed on to Meghan Markle — accusing Thomas Sr. of child sexual abuse. Sources close to the Palace, however, insisted to Page Six that there is no truth to the claims. If you or someone you know is affected by any of the issues raised in this story, call the Sexual Assault Hotline at 1-800-330-0226. Community Guidelines Welcome to the Page Six Community! Our community is about connecting people through open and thoughtful conversations. We want our readers to share their views and exchange ideas in a safe space. In order to do so, we've created a simple set of rules that will improve your experience. Simply put, keep it civil. 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