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Ritz Allegations: Investigation into Fayed's Human Trafficking Links

11/5/2025

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The Central Office for the Suppression of Human Trafficking is investigating Fayed's actions and potential complicity at the Ritz.
Ms. Spong says a recruitment agency approached her in 2008 for a position and directed her to collect cash and Ritz ticket.
During a meeting, Fayed allegedly made inappropriate comments and kissed her.
She filed a formal complaint in 2017 after police inaction.
An internal review by British police is ongoing.

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Story summary

The Central Office for the Suppression of Human Trafficking is investigating Fayed's actions and potential complicity at the Ritz.
Ms. Spong says a recruitment agency approached her in 2008 for a position and directed her to collect cash and Ritz ticket.
During a meeting, Fayed allegedly made inappropriate comments and kissed her.
She filed a formal complaint in 2017 after police inaction.
An internal review by British police is ongoing.