Meghan Markle’s Presence in Montecito Allegedly Linked to Rise in Crime

There have been recent rumors circulating that Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, may be indirectly responsible for a surge in criminal activities in the exclusive neighborhood of Montecito.

The speculation began when a comment from an individual identifying as Bears Lair was posted on the Instagram account MarkleNews1.

According to this rumor, incidents such as burglaries and break-ins have increased since Meghan and her husband, Prince Harry, made their mark in Montecito.

For those unfamiliar with the area, Montecito is a gated community renowned for being home to numerous celebrities.

Since the royal couple's relocation to the neighborhood in 2020, they have been constantly in the media spotlight, often expressing their grievances and complaints.

Additionally, California is infamous for its high crime rates.

Although the statistics provided below pertain to 2021, they can be related to recent times.

The rumor suggests that Meghan frequently contacts the police, claiming that her privacy has been violated by individuals such as paparazzi.

However, it is alleged that Meghan herself orchestrates situations that ultimately attract attention to her brand.

This contradictory behavior has left people exasperated.

Furthermore, it is claimed that the criminals responsible for the rise in crime are coming from out of town.

Numerous celebrities have allegedly sold their houses due to concerns about their privacy being compromised as a result of Meghan's incessant need to call the paparazzi.

One of the Sussexes' neighbors, actress Meg Ryan, is reportedly furious with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle for disrupting the peace and tranquility of Montecito.

Ever since news broke of the couple's purchase of a property in Santa Barbara, paparazzi have flocked to the neighborhood.

Helicopters now circle the area at least four times a day, hoping to capture a glimpse of the famous duo.

Meg Ryan, who had previously listed a house in New York as a long-term rental before relocating to Montecito, had chosen the neighborhood precisely for its serenity and seclusion.

Unfortunately, all that changed when the Sussexes moved in next door.

Meg Ryan sought an escape from it all, only to find herself living next to the world's most famous couple and enduring an onslaught of unwanted attention.

The National Enquirer quoted an insider who revealed that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's presence has attracted not only photographers and reporters but also tourists, transforming what used to be a peaceful and quiet neighborhood into a bustling hub of activity.

According to the source, Ryan had purchased a house in Montecito under the impression that it was paparazzi-proof, but that is no longer the case.

Nevertheless, the insider expressed hope that Ryan would establish a harmonious relationship with the royal couple.

Shifting away from the topic of crime, Meghan and Harry seem to have some grievances with another A-list couple, Orlando Bloom and Katy Perry.

Allegedly, Meghan has held a grudge against Katy for five years since she criticized Meghan's wedding dress in 2018.

On the other hand, Harry is upset with Orlando for voicing him in the now-cancelled adult animated series, “The Prince.”

During an episode of Dax Shepard's podcast, “Armchair Expert,” Harry disclosed that he and Orlando inform each other whenever photographers are in the vicinity.

Harry recounted a recent incident where Orlando sent him a photograph captured by his security team.

The image depicted a long-haired individual wearing a beanie and airpods, lying in the back of a blacked-out 4×4 truck with a massive camera.

This person was covertly taking pictures of Harry, Meghan, and their child, along with anyone else present in the area.

Harry expressed his disbelief at such behavior, questioning its normalcy and acceptability.