Nearly 150 Report Crimes to UK Police in Mohamed Al-Fayed Investigation

The Metropolitan Police are investigating historical sexual offence allegations against former Harrods owner Mohamed Al-Fayed, with 146 individuals having come forward to report crimes. The force is also probing possible facilitators and enablers, including at least five people under investigation, and examining whether any misconduct or corruption occurred in handling these cases. Scotland Yard has apologized to the victims for the distress caused, acknowledging that Al-Fayed will never face justice directly, which has been a source of sorrow for the investigation's lead officer, Detective Chief Superintendent Angela Craggs. The investigation has involved collaboration with international agencies, and the police have emphasized their transformed approach to investigating rape and sexual offences, focusing on victim-survivors and suspect offending. Despite multiple requests for prosecutorial advice over the years, no charges have been brought so far, and the investigation remains ongoing with further updates promised. Victims and witnesses continue to be urged to come forward to assist the inquiry.