Tragic Twist: Father Close to Surrender Amidst Fugitive Hunt
In a heart-wrenching turn of events, the grandfather of a young 10-year-old girl, Sara Sharif, found deceased at her home, has revealed that the girl’s father, Urfan Sharif, is on the brink of turning himself in to the police in Pakistan. The grim discovery unfolded in the £500,000 council residence in Woking, Surrey, following a distress call made by Urfan Sharif on August 10.
Urfan Sharif, 41, along with his wife Beinash Batool, 29, and his brother Faisal Malik, 28, hastily left the UK for Islamabad a day before the heartbreaking discovery of Sara’s lifeless body. Sara’s mother, Olga Sharif, fraught with worry, implores her ex-husband to end the ordeal and surrender to the authorities.
Speaking from their family home in Jehlum, situated 85 miles from Islamabad, Sara’s grandfather, Muhammad Sharif, shared, “My son and his wife are willing to surrender, and they will do so soon.”
Sara’s bereaved grandfather, Muhammad Sharif, stressed the urgency of their surrender, emphasizing that the ongoing police investigations and raids have plunged the entire family into turmoil.
Sara’s mother, Olga Sharif, echoed the sentiments, stating, “I can’t find closure or security until he is arrested. It’s been an anxious wait.”
The investigation has taken an international dimension, prompting Pakistani police to close in on the fugitives. Police Chief Nasir Bajwa expressed determination, declaring, “With God’s will, we will make the arrest by tomorrow night.”
Crucial breakthroughs have emerged, including the tracking of a mobile phone SIM card registered under Urfan Sharif’s name. This SIM card has been active in the sprawling city of Jhelum, according to Khurram Ali, a leading police official in Rawalpindi.
In a puzzling move, Urfan Sharif, Beinash Batool, and Faisal Malik secured one-way tickets to Pakistan worth £5,000, accompanied by five children, ages one to 13, leaving behind a trail of unanswered questions.
The initial distress call to the Surrey Police by Urfan Sharif from Pakistan led to the discovery of Sara’s lifeless body. While the cause of death remains elusive, a post-mortem examination indicated that the young girl had suffered from “multiple and extensive injuries” over a prolonged period.
The investigation has delved into Sara’s life in the months leading up to her tragic demise. Family connections in Jhelum have come under scrutiny, with suspicions of potential aid to the fugitives.
Sara’s mother dismissed claims by Urfan Sharif’s brother, Imran, that her death resulted from an accident. She asserted, “If there was an accident, you don’t leave the country in secret.” Imran Sharif had suggested that Sara fell down the stairs.
The pursuit of answers has extended to Sara’s schooling experiences. Reports indicate that Sara had stopped attending school after being seen with cuts and bruises on her face. Allegations of bullying and her discontinuation from school after wearing a hijab have further clouded the investigation.
Urfan Sharif’s complex marital history has also come to light, with three marriages under his belt. From his first marriage in Pakistan to his current situation, his journey has been marked by twists and turns.
As the investigation continues, authorities appeal to the public to assist in reconstructing Sara’s life before her untimely passing. The pursuit of justice for Sara Sharif remains steadfast, even as the world waits for the truth to unfold.