Sara Sharif Murder Trial Reveals Gruesome Details of Child's Injuries
A pathologist testified that 10-year-old Sara Sharif died from complications due to multiple injuries and neglect, as her father, stepmother, and uncle stand trial for her murder.
- The jury at the Old Bailey was presented with evidence of over 70 injuries on Sara Sharif's body, including bruises, burns, and probable bite marks.
- Pathologist Dr. Nathaniel Cary stated that Sara's death was due to 'complications arising from multiple injuries and neglect,' ruling out natural diseases or drugs as contributing factors.
- Fingerprints allegedly belonging to Sara's father, Urfan Sharif, were found on plastic bags used to cover her head, and blood traces were discovered in multiple areas of the home.
- Witnesses reported hearing loud smacking sounds and screams from the family's home, suggesting a pattern of abuse leading up to Sara's death.
- The defendants, Urfan Sharif, Beinash Batool, and Faisal Malik, have denied charges of murder and causing or allowing the death of a child.