The Metropolitan Police says it is “assessing” Olympic champion Sir Mo Farah’s claims that he was trafficked into the UK as a teenager and forced to work as a domestic servant.
The four-time Olympic champion, 39, recounted in the BBC documentary The Real Mo Farah how he was transported to Britain illegally from Somalia after his father was slain in the civil war.
In a statement, the Met Police said:
“We are aware of reports in the media concerning Sir Mo Farah.
“No reports have been made to the MPS (the Metropolitan Police Service) at this time.
“Specialist officers are currently assessing the available information.”
Through this documentary I have been able to address and learn more about what happened in my childhood and how I came to the UK. I'm really proud of it and hope you will tune into @BBC at 9pm on Weds to watch. pic.twitter.com/rqZe41gFm8
— Sir Mo Farah (@Mo_Farah) July 11, 2022
Following the shocking news, Sir Mo stated that he is “very proud” of the documentary, which allowed him to “address and learn more” about his past and trip to Britain.
Speaking in the documentary, he revealed “the truth is I’m not who you think I am,” adding he needs to tell his real story “whatever the cost”.
Politicians have lauded Sir Mo for being “really inspirational” and a “wonderful Briton” after revealing that he was trafficked into the UK as a child.
Following the findings, Chancellor Nadhim Zahawi commended Sir Mo as a “really inspirational” role model.
