Summary
An inquest into the death of Sara Sharif, a 10-year-old girl, is scheduled for 2027. Sara's father and stepmother were given life sentences in December 2024 for her murder. The case revealed significant failures by local authorities and services in protecting Sara from abuse.
Key Facts
- Sara Sharif was found dead at her home in Woking, Surrey, on 10 August 2023.
- Her father, Urfan Sharif, and stepmother, Beinash Batool, were jailed for her murder in December 2024.
- Sara suffered from severe abuse for two years, with multiple injuries recorded.
- A coroner set an inquest date for 5 April 2027 to further investigate her death.
- There were significant failures by authorities to protect Sara from abuse.
- Sara's school and children's services failed to properly investigate her injuries.
- A review found that Surrey County Council visited the wrong house the day before Sara died.
- The next pre-inquest review is scheduled for 1 May.
