Harrods Owner Mohamed Al Fayed Accused of Shocking Sexual Abuse
Multiple women have come forward accusing the late Mohamed Al Fayed, the former Harrods owner, of serious sexual abuse. At a press conference on Friday, lawyers labelled it one of the worst cases of corporate sexual exploitation they’ve ever seen.
‘Monster Enabled by the System’
Dean Armstrong KC, lead lawyer for the alleged victims, said bluntly, “Mohamed Al Fayed was a monster. But he was a monster enabled by a system.” Barrister Bruce Drummond called it “one of the worst cases of corporate sexual exploitation in recent memory.”
Claims Span Decades and Multiple Countries
- Over 20 women allege physical and sexual assault by Al Fayed.
- Incidents reportedly took place at his London, St Tropez, Abu Dhabi, and Paris properties.
- Five women claim they were raped by the billionaire, who died in September 2023 aged 94.
- Alleged abuse dates back to his 25 years owning Harrods before selling it in 2010.
Invasive Medical Exams and Secret Surveillance
A recent BBC documentary exposed a dark “procurement system” forcing victims to undergo medical checks, including cervical smears and sexual health screenings, under the guise of their jobs as secretaries and personal assistants.
Victims say security teams monitored their private lives, reporting back on their relationships.
Natacha, one accuser who waived anonymity, revealed: “These incidents lasted seconds but the fear instilled left me paralysed.”
She described forced kissing, touching, and invasive exams starting when she was just 19, working for Al Fayed.
Harrods and Police Respond
Harrods expressed shock and condemned the allegations, saying:
“We are utterly appalled by the allegations of abuse perpetrated by Mohamed Al Fayed. These were the actions of an individual intent on abusing his power.”
The Metropolitan Police confirmed they have investigated previous allegations but never charged Al Fayed. They urge any further victims to come forward.
Case Continues to Unfold
The scandal has gripped the public, with many watching developments closely as more women share their stories. The full extent of the abuse and those responsible for enabling it are yet to be revealed.
