Police Investigate Associates of Mohamed Al Fayed

The Metropolitan Police in London have initiated an investigation into more than five individuals who may have facilitated the alleged sexual abuse perpetrated by the late Mohamed al-Fayed, former owner of Harrods, over nearly four decades from 1977 to 2014. This follows a BBC documentary that exposed claims of sexual misconduct, including rape and assault against numerous female staff members. Since the allegations resurfaced, 90 new victims have come forward, adding to the 21 who had previously reported incidents before al-Fayed's death in 2023. The youngest victim among the recent claims was reportedly just 13 years old at the time of abuse. The police are also conducting an internal review of their past handling of allegations against al-Fayed, as previous attempts to prosecute him did not result in charges. Commander Stephen Clayman emphasized the importance of giving survivors a voice and pursuing justice for those complicit in his actions.