Mohamed Al Fayed Accused of Decades-Long Sexual Abuse Cover-Up
Over 200 women have come forward with allegations against the late billionaire, prompting police investigations into potential accomplices.
- A BBC documentary revealed accusations from five women claiming they were raped by Mohamed Al Fayed, leading to over 200 additional allegations.
- Al Fayed's son, Omar, expressed shock and horror at the explicit nature of the claims, questioning the loving memory he had of his father.
- The Metropolitan Police are reviewing all allegations against Al Fayed, including prior reports from 19 women spanning 1979 to 2013.
- Harrods and Fulham FC, both previously owned by Al Fayed, are under scrutiny for their roles in the alleged abuse, with Harrods accepting vicarious liability.
- Al Fayed's network reportedly included enablers who sought out young women in pubs and clubs, promising jobs at Harrods to lure them to his penthouse.