Sara Sharif murder: Review finds child beaten to death was failed by authorities

Sara Sharif was placed into the care of her father and stepmother despite authorities knowing she was at risk of abuse. She was beaten to death by her father Urfan Sharif and stepmother Beinash Batool, having been previously attacked with a cricket bat, metal pole and iron.

Thursday 13 November 2025 11:02, UK

Sara Sharif

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A damning independent report into the failings by the various authorities who came into contact with Sara Sharif has said the 10-year-old should never have been placed in the care of her father and stepmother.