Al Fayed victims say cases should be investigated as human trafficking
Summary
A group of women is urging that their cases of alleged sexual abuse by Mohamed Al Fayed be investigated as human trafficking. The Metropolitan Police is currently examining allegations against Al Fayed and others who might have helped him. Al Fayed, who owned Harrods until 2010, passed away in 2023.Key Facts
- Women claim Mohamed Al Fayed sexually assaulted them and want the cases treated as human trafficking.
- The Metropolitan Police is investigating allegations involving Al Fayed and over five other people.
- Over 400 women and girls are believed to have been affected across multiple countries.
- The police investigation involves more than 146 people who have reported crimes.
- A BBC documentary in September 2024 highlighted these allegations.
- France also launched an investigation into related sex-trafficking charges.
- A compensation scheme from Harrods has helped over 180 survivors with payouts already made to more than 50 women.
- The UK government is taking action to address violence against women and girls as a national emergency.
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