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Egyptian Billionaire Mohamed Al Fayed Accused of Rape by 20 Women in BBC Documentary

Sep 19, 2024, 08:44 AM

Mohamed Al Fayed, the late Egyptian billionaire and former owner of Harrods, has been accused of rape and sexual assault by multiple former employees. A BBC documentary reveals that more than 20 women have come forward with allegations, with five women specifically accusing him of rape during their employment at the luxury London department store. The accusations include claims that Al Fayed would identify young female assistants he found attractive while touring the sales floors. The allegations have surfaced posthumously, as Al Fayed passed away last year. Al Fayed owned Harrods for more than 25 years. The documentary has prompted additional women to contact reporters with their own stories, indicating that there may be more victims.