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Sara Sharif Murder Trial: Father's Testimony

The father of Sara Sharif, who was found dead, claims his wife abused her. He's on trial with his wife and brother-in-law.

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Human Rights ViolationsGender IssuesMurderDeathFamilyTrialAbuse

Old Bailey

Urfan SharifBeinash BatoolSara SharifFaisal Malik

What did Urfan Sharif say about his wife's actions towards Sara?: Urfan Sharif, Sara Sharif's father, claims his wife, Beinash Batool, tied their daughter's hands with packing tape weeks before her death. He says he found Sara terrified and that Batool claimed Sara was 'naughty'.
What did Urfan Sharif admit to doing to Sara, and what did he deny?: Sharif admits to slapping Sara multiple times but denies inflicting the more serious injuries. He blames Batool for the abuse and claims she was responsible for biting Sara. He also says he regrets not reporting Batool's actions sooner.
How did Beinash Batool's accusations affect Sara and the family dynamic?: Batool allegedly accused Sara of various misdemeanors, prompting Sharif's disciplinary actions. Sharif states that Sara herself confided in him that her stepmother, Batool, was the source of the problems at home.
What evidence was provided regarding the bite marks found on Sara's body?: Sharif and Malik provided dental impressions to rule out their involvement in the bite marks found on Sara, but Batool refused to do so. The prosecution alleges a violent campaign of abuse leading to Sara's death.
What are the charges against Urfan Sharif, Beinash Batool, and Faisal Malik?: The Old Bailey trial accuses Urfan Sharif, Beinash Batool, and Faisal Malik of a violent campaign of abuse leading to Sara's death. Sara suffered numerous injuries, including burns and bite marks, before her death on August 10, 2023.

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