Mohamed Al Fayed Allegedly Faked Dementia to Evade Prosecution for Sexual Abuse

The late billionaire is accused of abusing over 100 women and girls, with his youngest son claiming he feigned mental incapacity to avoid legal consequences.

Mohamed Al Fayed, who died in 2023, is accused of sexually assaulting and raping at least 111 women and girls over nearly four decades, with the youngest alleged victim being just 11 years old.
Omar Fayed, the late tycoon’s youngest son, claims his father pretended to have dementia to evade prosecution, despite remaining mentally sharp in private and business dealings.
Police investigations into Al Fayed's alleged crimes spanned decades, but no charges were ever brought due to insufficient evidence or claims of his mental incapacity.
Following recent media coverage, over 90 additional alleged victims have come forward, prompting Scotland Yard to review past cases and investigate individuals who may have facilitated the abuse.
Victims and advocates have criticized law enforcement and prosecutors for missed opportunities to hold Al Fayed accountable during his lifetime, with calls for systemic change in handling such cases.