Harrods' Former Owner Accused of Sexual Assault
Harrods' Former Owner Accused of Sexual Assault
Mohamed Al Fayed**, the late owner of Harrods department store, is accused of sexually assaulting dozens of women during his 25-year ownership. The allegations include rape, manipulation, and abuse of power, with some victims being as young as 15. The new owners of Harrods have expressed their shock and apologized for the victims' experiences. Al Fayed's alleged victims are demanding responsibility and action from Harrods, accusing the institution of enabling the abuse by being aware of the behavior. Gloria Allred, a well-known attorney, is representing some of the women and describes Harrods as a toxic and unsafe environment. **Police investigated allegations against Al Fayed during his lifetime, but he was never charged.