The scandal surrounding Mohamed Fayed has escalated significantly, with over 150 women now alleging they were sexually assaulted by the late owner of Harrods and Fulham FC.
Following a BBC2 documentary aired on September 19, which brought attention to the accusations, London’s Metropolitan Police reported an additional 40 claims, adding to the 21 known allegations prior to the program.
The Justice for Harrods Survivors Group has seen a surge in representation, now advocating for 116 women, up from just 37 last month.
These claims span from 1979 to 2013 and include serious offenses such as rape and sexual assault, primarily occurring in Fayed’s businesses, particularly Harrods.
Police Commander Stephen Clayman emphasized that while most allegations relate to Fayed’s ownership of Harrods, the investigation is expanding to include other organizations associated with him.
There are also inquiries into individuals who may have facilitated Fayed’s alleged crimes.
The Justice for Harrods group stated they have now been contacted by over 300 women worldwide, sharing accounts of “harrowing” experiences and “unspeakable abuse” connected to their employment at Harrods and other venues linked to Fayed.
