Mohamed Al-Fayed Accused of Systematic Sexual Abuse by Former Harrods Employees

The late billionaire is alleged to have raped and assaulted dozens of women, with new claims emerging after a BBC documentary.

• A group of 37 former Harrods employees, including three Canadians, have come forward with allegations of rape and sexual assault against Mohamed Al-Fayed.
• The allegations describe a pattern of abuse that included invasive medical exams and coercive behavior, often facilitated by a culture of cover-ups within Harrods.
• Lawyers representing the victims compare Al-Fayed's actions to those of Jimmy Savile, Jeffrey Epstein, and Harvey Weinstein, citing a systematic failure of corporate responsibility.
• Since the airing of the BBC documentary 'Al-Fayed: Predator at Harrods,' over 100 additional women globally have contacted lawyers with similar allegations.
• Harrods' current owners express shock and promise swift action, while Fulham FC and the Ritz Paris, also linked to Al-Fayed, are investigating potential impacts on their staff.

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