'Abuse of power' | Harrods' ex-owner Al Fayed accused of decades of sexual abuse against staff

Editor's note: This article contains details of sexual abuse claims which some may find distressing

The late Egyptian billionaire, Mohamed Al Fayed, who previously owned Harrods, stands accused of decades of sexual abuse and rape against female staff at the luxury London department store, in addition to threats of consequences if anyone reported his crimes, according to statements made by lawyers representing the alleged victims.