Sara Sharif’s father, uncle and stepmum guilty of torturing 10-year-old to death and fleeing country

Sara Sharif’s father, uncle, and stepmother have been found guilty of torturing the 10-year-old girl to death before fleeing the UK for Pakistan. Urfan Sharif, 42, and stepmother Beinash Batool, 30, are facing life sentences after their conviction at the Old Bailey. Sara’s uncle, Faisal Malik, was also found guilty in connection to her death. The young girl was discovered dead in her home in Woking, England, having been subjected to severe abuse that included beatings with a cricket bat and metal pole. She had numerous injuries and marks on her body, indicating prolonged and brutal mistreatment.

Sara was found with at least 71 external injuries, fractures, burns, and bite marks. The court heard how she was bound, suffocated with plastic bags, and forced to wear a nappy instead of using the toilet. Social services were alerted to the family’s situation when teachers noticed bruises on Sara’s face, but unfortunately, no action was taken. Sara’s tragic death has led to a major review by Surrey Social Services to address the failure to protect her.

Urfan Sharif initially denied abusing his daughter, but later admitted to the abuse during the trial. He confessed to beating Sara with a cricket bat and metal pole, leading to her death. Stepmother Beinash Batool was also found guilty of murder. The family fled to Pakistan after Sara’s death, where Urfan made a distressing call to emergency services admitting to the abuse.

Despite years of abuse, neglect, and mistreatment suffered by Sara, Urfan Sharif showed a lack of remorse and accountability for his actions. The shocking details of Sara’s ordeal have highlighted the importance of vigilance and intervention in cases of child abuse and neglect to prevent such tragedies from occurring in the future.

In a harrowing case that has shocked the nation, Sara Sharif’s story serves as a stark reminder of the importance of safeguarding vulnerable children and holding abusers accountable for their heinous actions. The failure of social services to protect Sara despite warning signs underscores the need for a more robust system to ensure the safety and well-being of children in similar situations. It is crucial for authorities and communities to work together to identify and address cases of child abuse promptly to prevent further tragedies from happening.