‘I Legally Punished Her, & She Died’: Chilling Confession & Harrowing Details Revealed in Sara Sharif Murder Trial at Old Bailey!”
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Trial Reveals Horrific Injuries Sustained by Sara Sharif and Details of 999 Call from Pakistan.Trial Reveals Horrific Injuries Sustained by Sara Sharif and Details of 999 Call from Pakistan.
In a deeply distressing court session today at the Old Bailey, jurors heard how 10-year-old Sara Sharif suffered a range of severe and extensive injuries before her tragic death. Prosecutor Bill Emlyn Jones KC presented a harrowing picture of the abuse inflicted upon the young girl over the course of several weeks, citing multiple fractures, burns, and other disturbing injuries.
Detailed Medical Evidence and Injury ReportDetailed Medical Evidence and Injury Report
Doctors examining Sara’s body documented extensive injuries, including fractures across her collar bone, shoulder blades, arms, hands, fingers, wrist bones, and ribs. Some fractures were dated to be at least six weeks old, while others were less than 10 days old, indicating a prolonged period of repeated violence. There were a total of 11 separate fractures to her spine alone.
Sara also sustained multiple injuries indicative of strangulation. The medical report highlighted fractures in her hyoid bone, suggesting that the young girl had been strangled on multiple occasions prior to her death.
Additionally, the court heard that Sara had suffered burns consistent with being pressed with the sole plate of a domestic iron. One severe wound on her right buttock, measuring approximately 50x60mm, indicated that the iron had been applied with force. Dr. Martin, who examined the injuries, concluded that the burn was inflicted at least two weeks before her death and had not received any form of treatment, leaving Sara in severe pain.
The doctors also identified five bite marks on Sara’s lower left arm and one on her inner left thigh. The injuries were described as deep, with evidence suggesting the teeth had been dragged across her skin. Expert forensic analysis ruled out both male defendants, Urfan Sharif and Faisal Malik, as the sources of the bite marks, but noted that Sara’s stepmother, Beinash Batool, refused to provide a dental impression for comparison purposes.
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Harrowing 999 Call from Pakistan
A key piece of evidence presented today was the transcript of Urfan Sharif’s 999 call to Surrey police, made from Pakistan two days after Sara’s death on August 8, 2023. The call, placed at 2:47 am on August 10, lasted over eight minutes, during which Sharif repeatedly claimed responsibility for his daughter’s death but offered conflicting and unsettling explanations for his actions.
In the call, Sharif began by providing his UK address, before breaking down in tears. When the operator asked him to describe what had happened, Sharif stated:
“I’ve killed my daughter.” The prosecutor emphasized to the jury the bizarre phrasing Sharif used during the call, saying:
When the operator pressed for further details, Sharif elaborated: “She was naughty. I beat her up. It wasn’t my intention to kill her, but I beat her up too much.” This crucial quote was repeated in court today as the prosecutor underscored its significance. The recorded call revealed that Sharif sounded distraught and claimed he was driving a relative’s car at the time but refused to reveal his precise location. He insisted: “I’m a cruel father. I’m driving, I’ll come back.”
Sharif further promised to return to the UK, stating: “I’ll come back, I’ll face the death sentence.” However, despite his assurances, the call abruptly ended, leaving police unable to trace his exact whereabouts.
Events Leading Up to the Flight from the UKEvents Leading Up to the Flight from the UK
The court was shown evidence that after Sara’s death on August 8, Sharif, Batool, and Malik made hurried arrangements to flee the country. Prosecutor Emlyn Jones presented records showing that the family spent £5,180 on flights to Pakistan, departing the very next day. Sara’s stepmother, Batool, was reported to have contacted a travel agent just hours after Sara’s death, sounding unusually calm.
Jurors heard that around 8:38 pm, just an hour before Batool’s call, a child in the house sent an urgent WhatsApp message to a friend saying, “Sara has just passed away.” Despite the severity of the situation, no call was made to emergency services while they remained at the house. The prosecutor argued that the priority for Sharif and his family was to escape the country, rather than seeking help for Sara.
Jurors Hear Additional Evidence and Defense ClaimsJurors Hear Additional Evidence and Defense Claims
Prosecutor Bill Emlyn Jones KC told jurors that all three defendants—Sharif, Batool, and Malik—played roles in a sustained campaign of violence against Sara, ultimately leading to her death. The prosecutor urged jurors to question how so much abuse could occur within the household without all defendants being aware.
Sharif now claims his statements during the 999 call were false, saying he made them to protect others. Batool’s defense alleges that her husband was a violent disciplinarian and that she was too fearful of him to intervene or report his abuse of Sara. Malik maintains that he was entirely unaware of the abuse occurring in the household, despite living there at the time.
Jurors were reminded by Mr. Emlyn Jones that the responsibility for Sara’s death cannot be singularly shifted. “Each of them seeks to deflect the blame onto one or both of the others,” he said, adding, “They are pointing the finger at each other.” All three defendants deny charges of murder and causing or allowing the death of a child.
ACCESS TO THE LAW: Understanding the Crime and SentencingACCESS TO THE LAW: Understanding the Crime and Sentencing
As part of our campaign to improve citizens’ access and understanding of UK Criminal law, we will be explaining the relevant UK legislation surrounding any case law relevant to our articles:
Under UK law, the charge of murder is defined as the unlawful killing of a person with intent. The severity of the injuries and the prolonged nature of the violence inflicted on Sara would likely weigh heavily if a guilty verdict were reached. If convicted, the defendants could face life imprisonment, the mandatory sentence for murder in England and Wales.
The additional charge of causing or allowing the death of a child stems from the Domestic Violence, Crime and Victims Act 2004. This charge applies when someone in the household is aware of the risk of serious physical harm to a child but fails to act to prevent it. Depending on the circumstances, a conviction could result in up to 14 years’ imprisonment.
The trial continues.The trial continues.
Well, that’s all for now. But until our next article, please stay tuned, stay informed, but most of all, stay safe, and I’ll see you then.Well, that’s all for now. But until our next article, please stay tuned, stay informed, but most of all, stay safe, and I’ll see you then.
