Efforts to reach Thomas have been made more challenging because he does not currently have possession of his phone. According to the journalist who has been in contact with him, Meghan does not have an active number for him. Even if she did, direct contact would be difficult without access to the device. Leaving a voicemail has been considered inappropriate, given Prince Harry’s past experience as a victim of phone hacking.
PEOPLE has also learned that Meghan personally called several hospitals in an attempt to locate her father. She has so far been unable to confirm where he is receiving treatment. Identifying the correct hospital would allow her to send a written note by hand delivery, since Thomas has no access to his phone. Her team has also reached out to individuals close to Thomas in order to determine the best and most reliable way to contact him while he recovers in intensive care in the Philippines.