News · 15 August 2026

Met Police apologises for email leak exposing 143 Al Fayed accusers

The Metropolitan Police inadvertently disclosed the email addresses of 143 individuals alleging sexual abuse by Mohamed Al Fayed. The leak happened on Tuesday when officers sent a monthly update about the ongoing investigation into the late Harrods owner. The force expressed regret for the human error and notified the Information Commissioner's Office.

By BriefTea Editorial · 15 August 2026 at 15:15

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