The Metropolitan Police has mistakenly disclosed the email addresses of 143 people who reported abuse by Mohamed Al Fayed. The error risks causing further distress to alleged victims and raises concerns about the force’s handling of highly sensitive personal information.

The disclosure involved the email addresses of all 143 victims being visible to recipients, according to the report’s headline. Mohamed Al Fayed, the former Harrods owner, has faced numerous allegations of sexual abuse following his death; the incident adds to scrutiny of how authorities support and protect those making allegations.