The harrowing case of 10-year-old Sara Sharif, found dead in August 2023, uncovers a life of severe neglect and violence endured by the young girl at the hands of her father, Urfan Sharif, and stepmother, Beinash Batool. Both were convicted of her murder, revealing systemic failures by social services and police despite longstanding concerns about the family’s history of abuse. The trial highlighted the inadequacies in protecting Sara, who dreamt of performing on stage, while grappling with trauma at home, ultimately leading to a tragic and preventable death.