Father, Stepmother, and Uncle Detained on Suspicion of Murder Upon Return to the UK.
In a chilling development, the father, stepmother, and uncle of 10-year-old Sara Sharif, who tragically lost her life in her Surrey home last month, have been arrested on suspicion of murder upon their return to the United Kingdom from Pakistan. This incident has sent shockwaves through the community, prompting a comprehensive investigation into the circumstances surrounding Sara’s untimely death.
The trio—Sara’s father, Urfan Sharif, aged 41; her stepmother, Beinash Batool, aged 29; and her uncle, Faisal Malik, aged 28—left Sialkot airport in Pakistan on Wednesday morning, following negotiations with both Pakistani authorities and British law enforcement agencies. They arrived at Gatwick airport on Wednesday evening.
This grim chapter began when Sara’s father, Urfan Sharif, dialed emergency services in the UK on August 10 to report his daughter’s death at their residence in Horsell, near Woking. Sara Sharif was found lifeless in her home, sparking an immediate investigation into her death. Her passing deeply affected the local community, leading to widespread condolences and support for her grieving family.
However, in the aftermath of Sara’s death, the trio left the UK for Pakistan, setting off an international manhunt. It was initially believed that Urfan Sharif had taken his five other children with him, but recent revelations suggest that they had been staying with their grandfather, Muhammad Sharif, at his home in Jhelum, Pakistan.
After a diligent police operation, Sara’s siblings were located and have since been taken into the care of authorities in Pakistan. This development has offered some relief and stability to the surviving children amidst this tragic ordeal.
As the investigation unfolds, authorities are focusing on uncovering the circumstances surrounding Sara Sharif’s death, and the newly returned suspects are currently in custody, assisting with inquiries. The community continues to mourn the loss of young Sara, and there is a collective hope that justice will be served.
Local law enforcement agencies in collaboration with international authorities are committed to ensuring a thorough and impartial investigation into this heartbreaking incident. The tragic loss of Sara Sharif has left a lasting impact on the community, highlighting the need for vigilance in safeguarding the welfare of children and upholding the principles of justice.
Resources:
1.https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2023/sep/13/family-of-sara-sharif-fly-back-to-uk-from-pakistan
2.https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-66804350
4.https://www.abc.net.au/news/2023-09-14/sara-sharif-s-father-stepmother-uncle-arrested/102854876