November 7th 2024.
During a recent trial at the Old Bailey, Sara Sharif's father, Urfan Sharif, took the stand to testify against his estranged wife and brother-in-law who were accused of her murder. As he spoke, tears streamed down his face as he described the horrific abuse his daughter had endured at the hands of her stepmother.
According to Urfan, Sara's stepmother, Beinash Batool, was "evil and psycho," and had been caught tying up the terrified 10-year-old with packaging tape in their home in Woking, Surrey. He recalled coming home one day to find Sara bound with her arms behind her back and Batool looking "shocked" at his arrival. Urfan was filled with anger and screamed at his wife before cutting Sara free with a knife from the kitchen.
When questioned about why he did not report the incident to the authorities, Urfan admitted that he had been foolish to believe Batool's promises that she would never harm Sara again. He also revealed that, while he was working long hours as a taxi driver, Batool was at home with Sara, taking care of her and the household chores.
Urfan denied Batool's repeated claims that he was abusing Sara, though he did admit to slapping her multiple times at Batool's insistence. He explained that Batool had always accused Sara of misbehaving and causing trouble, and he had believed her without question. He now recognizes that he was living with an "evil and psycho" person, and he should have taken action to protect his daughter.
Urfan also denied Batool's claims that he had beaten Sara with a cricket bat, bit her, or put a hood over her head. He expressed his shock and horror at the thought of anyone treating his daughter in such a cruel and inhumane way.
As Urfan continued to testify, he revealed that Batool had refused to give her dental impressions to the authorities for comparison with the bite marks found on Sara's body. He also mentioned an incident where Batool had told him that Sara was wearing a nappy because she "could not control her bladder." Urfan had questioned this, but Batool had assured him that it was normal for growing girls. He now realizes that Batool was lying and covering up her own abusive behavior.
On the day of Sara's death, Urfan received a call from Batool, telling him to come home. He denied being "burning up with anger" to get home and deal with Sara, as Batool had claimed. He also denied stopping to buy cigarettes or vapes on his way home, as was suggested by the defense.
The following day, the defendants fled to Pakistan, and were later arrested upon their return to the UK. Throughout his testimony, Urfan expressed his regret and sorrow for not protecting his daughter from the abuse she suffered. He insisted that he had no idea that Batool was capable of such heinous acts and that he should have seen the warning signs.
In the end, Urfan Sharif's emotional testimony shed light on the tragic death of his daughter and the abuse she had endured at the hands of her stepmother. The trial continues as the defendants maintain their plea of not guilty to the charges of murder and causing or allowing the death of a child.
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