Ahmed Fahmy abused his position to gain access to women’s rooms

The Anchor Hotel in Golders Green and (inset) Ahmed Fahmy

A hotel manager who raped a woman and sexually assaulted three others has been jailed for ten years.

Ahmed Fahmy, aged 46 and of West Heath Drive, Golders Green, was found guilty of one count of rape and three counts of sexual assault after a trial last July. Today (Wednesday 23^rd) he was sentenced to ten years’ imprisonment, plus three years on extended licence. Fahmy was also placed on the sex offenders’ register and banned from employment in the hospitality industry.

A Metropolitan Police investigation had been launched in January 2024 when officers received reports of rape and sexual assault by two women who had been staying at the Anchor Hotel in West Heath Drive where Fahmy was working at the time.

Fahmy abused his position to enter guest rooms without permission, where he made sexual advances.

One of the victims woke up to find Fahmy licking her feet. Later, Fahmy coerced one woman who had misplaced her hotel key into sharing his room, where he raped her.

During the investigation detectives uncovered and linked Fahmy to two additional sexual assaults going back to 2008, which largely centred on Fahmy touching women’s feet. These offences took place at a hotel in Newham and at a residential address in Wembley.

The Met is now appealing for any other potential victim-survivors to come forward, as they believe Fahmy’s offending was more widespread.

Detective Constable James Gomm, who led the investigation, said: “Fahmy used manipulation to abuse his position as a hotel worker and get close to his victims. He demonstrated a clear pattern of offending and abuse.

“I would also like to commend the victim-survivors who have shared their experience to date for the bravery they have shown throughout the investigation and the court proceedings.

“We believe there may be other victims and I would encourage anyone affected to get in contact with us – you will be listened to and receive specialist support and guidance, not only from the police but independent charities and services.”

The Met is keen to speak to anyone who may have met Fahmy while he was working at various hotels across London. Fahmy is confirmed to have worked in five hotels across the city, though detectives believe there could have been more. In addition to Anchor Hotel in Golders Green these were at Royal Victoria Dock in East London, Alliance Close in Wembley, South Way in Wembley, and Bridge in Marlow.

Survivors can contact the police by reporting online, or by emailing
[email protected] who will arrange contact with them. They can also call 0208 733 6311.

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