Sara Sharif's siblings to stay in Pakistan
Summary
The siblings of Sara Sharif, a 10-year-old girl who was murdered by her father and stepmother, will remain in Pakistan after Surrey County Council withdrew its legal case to bring them back to the UK. The children have been living with their paternal grandfather in Pakistan, and the final custody decision is still pending in Pakistan courts.Key Facts
- Sara Sharif was murdered by her father Urfan Sharif and stepmother Beinash Batool, who were sentenced to life in prison.
- Sara’s five siblings fled with family to Pakistan after her death and have lived with their grandfather since October 2023.
- Surrey County Council tried to bring the siblings back to the UK through legal channels, but has stopped pursuing the case.
- The siblings were made wards of the English court, which ordered their return, but Pakistan courts have not recognized Surrey’s authority.
- Legal proceedings in Pakistan have been slow, with delays, judge changes, and no final resolution on custody or jurisdiction.
- The grandfather has temporary custody of the children in Pakistan.
- The children hold joint nationality and can return to the UK if they choose in the future.
- Sara Sharif’s uncle was convicted and sentenced to 16 years for involvement in her death.
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