Crispin Odey Files Libel Suit Against Financial Times Over Assault Allegations
The former banker challenges the newspaper's investigative report detailing claims of sexual misconduct from multiple women.
- Odey has denied all allegations, describing them as 'rubbish'.
- The Financial Times asserts its reporting was meticulously prepared and in the public interest.
- The case was filed nearly a year after the initial publication of the accusations.
- Odey left his hedge fund and the firm was wound down following the allegations.
- A High Court hearing for the libel case is anticipated at a future date.