Prince Harry and Meghan Markle face renewed security concerns following a recent security warning issued for their residence in Montecito.
The affluent neighborhood where the Duke and Duchess of Sussex reside was targeted by a group of thieves, prompting authorities to issue a cautionary alert.
The warning coincided with the couple’s visit to Jamaica for the premiere of the Bob Marley biopic, “One Love,” last month.
Reports emerged that a property merely five minutes away from the royal couple’s mansion fell victim to a burglary orchestrated by the notorious gang, known for their attempts to crack safes.
This incident adds to a series of security breaches experienced by Prince Harry and Meghan Markle since their relocation to California.
Earlier in July 2022, their mansion had reportedly been the focal point of six break-in attempts within the initial 14 months of their settlement in the area.
The Sussexes, known for investing significantly in their security measures, reportedly allocate substantial funds annually for safeguarding their residence.
Notably, they have enlisted the services of Christopher Sanchez, a former security guard for ex-President Barack Obama, to oversee their security arrangements.
Santa Barbara County Sheriff Officer Rachel Zicks highlighted a recent spike in burglary reports sharing commonalities in terms of targeted properties, timings of incidents, and stolen items.
Recent burglaries on January 24th, 2024, specifically in the 1500 block of Las Tunas in Montecito and the 800 block of Sandpoint Lane in Carpentaria, have raised concerns among residents and law enforcement.
The perpetrators seem to have a preference for targeting safes during their criminal activities.
Meanwhile, an intriguing revelation surfaced through a source close to an insider, disclosed on Blind Item, shedding light on Meghan’s financial challenges in securing a loan in Los Angeles.
According to the source, Meghan encountered difficulties in obtaining a loan for a property in Los Angeles, leading the couple to opt for renting their Montecito mansion instead.
Allegedly, they had applied for a $9.5 million mortgage, a process that exposed disparities in their financial qualifications.
Real estate loans in California typically require applicants to demonstrate an income four times higher than their annual earnings as per personal tax filings.
Complications arose due to Meghan’s inability to meet the stringent loan criteria, as her personal income sources did not align with the stipulated requirements.
The source hinted at tensions within the couple’s financial decisions, suggesting that Harry, with his stable income from BetterUp, was the primary candidate for signing the loan.
However, discrepancies in the loan amount vis-a-vis Harry’s annual income led to their loan application being rejected.
Speculations surrounding Meghan’s temporary stay at the Beverly Hills Hotel, purportedly due to financial constraints, have fueled conjectures about her financial predicament.
The possibility of accumulating debts and potential eviction scenarios loom large, given the rumored unpaid bills at the luxury hotel.
With uncertainties surrounding Meghan’s financial standing and limited options for securing a loan, the couple’s decision to shift to a rental property reflects their current financial challenges.
The intricate web of financial intricacies and security threats continues to cast a shadow over Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s high-profile lifestyle, leaving observers to ponder the complexities of their situation.