BREAKING NEWS Harrods boss breaks silence over Mohamed Al Fayed abuse and lifts lid on 'toxic culture of secrecy and intimidation' By Emily Jane Davies Published: 11:16, 26 September 2024 | Updated: 11:26, 26 September 2024 e-mail View comments The boss of luxury store Harrods has spoken out for the first time over billionaire businessman Mohamed Al Fayed's alleged sexual abuse. Following sexual misconduct allegations about the former owner, Michael Ward said in a statement that it is clear Mr Al Fayed 'presided over a toxic culture of secrecy, intimidation, fear of repercussion and sexual misconduct'. Mr Ward, who worked for Mr Al Fayed for four years, said he was 'not aware of his criminality and abuse' and described it as a 'shameful period in the business' history'.
Five women claim they were raped by Mr Al Fayed, who died last year at the age of 94, with a number of others alleging sexual misconduct and up to 200 more have since come forward with similar claims. Mr Ward said an independent review was underway into issues arising from the allegations and that he had 'provided all the information I have to ensure my own conduct can be reviewed alongside that of my colleagues'. The boss of luxury store Harrods has spoken out for the first time over billionaire businessman Mohamed Al Fayed's (pictured) alleged sexual abuse.
Late billionaire Mohamed Al-Fayed has been described as 'a monster' amid claims he raped multiple women working for him at Harrods Michael Ward said in a.
