Sara Sharif's Family on Trial for Her Murder After Alleged Abuse

Prosecutors allege that 10-year-old Sara was subjected to a campaign of abuse before being found dead, with her father, stepmother, and uncle accused of her murder.

• Sara Sharif was allegedly abused and forced to wear a hijab to conceal injuries before her death.
• Her body was discovered in her Woking home with injuries including burns and bite marks.
• Prosecutors claim the abuse involved multiple adults using makeshift restraints and weapons.
• Neighbors and teachers reported signs of abuse, including bruises and disturbing noises from the home.
• The defendants fled to Pakistan after her death but were arrested upon returning to the UK.

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