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crime1 year ago•3 min saved

Sara Sharif's Tragic Death: Missed Warnings and Guilty Verdicts

Sara Sharif, a cheerful and caring student at St Mary's Primary School in Surrey, was found dead at her home in August 2023, having been murdered by her father and stepmother. Despite enduring abuse at home, Sara was known for her love of singing and dreams of appearing on The X Factor. Her school has since honored her memory with a singing award and a buddy bench. Her father and stepmother were found guilty of her murder, and her uncle was convicted of causing or allowing her death.

via BBC.com|

#childabuse #crime #murdertrial

crime1 year ago•9 min saved

Parents Convicted in Tragic Murder of 10-Year-Old Sara Sharif

Urfan Sharif and Beinash Batool have been found guilty of the murder of 10-year-old Sara Sharif, following a dramatic and emotional trial at the Old Bailey. The court heard harrowing details of the abuse Sara suffered, leading to her death. Both defendants wept upon hearing the verdict, and they are expected to receive life sentences. The case has been described as one of the most difficult and disturbing handled by Surrey Police, with Sara's father making a shocking confession during the trial. Sentencing is scheduled for next Tuesday.

via BBC.com|

#beinashbatool #childabuse #crime

international1 year ago•8 min saved

The Tragic Life and Death of Sara Sharif: A Tale of Abuse and Betrayal

A man named Rasikh Munir in Pakistan has admitted to hiding the family of Sara Sharif, a 10-year-old girl found dead in the UK, during an international police hunt. Sara's father, stepmother, and uncle fled to Pakistan after her death, and Munir sheltered them for weeks, believing in their innocence. Despite police raids, the family evaded capture until they decided to return to the UK, where they were arrested. Sara's father and stepmother have been found guilty of her murder, while her uncle was cleared of murder but found guilty of causing or allowing her death. The case highlights the complexities of international law enforcement and the challenges of child protection across borders.

via BBC.com|

#childabuse #international #interpol

crime1 year ago•5 min saved

Richard Allen Convicted in Delphi Murders of Two Teens

Richard Allen has been convicted of the 2017 murders of two teenage girls, Liberty German and Abigail Williams, in Delphi, Indiana. After three days of deliberation, the jury found Allen guilty based on multiple confessions and evidence linking him to the crime scene. Despite the defense's argument that Allen's confessions were involuntary and made under mental distress, the prosecution presented audio recordings of his admissions. Allen faces up to 130 years in prison, with sentencing scheduled for December 20.

via CBS News|

#confession #crime #delphimurders

crime1 year ago•2 min saved

Debate Reignites Over Menendez Brothers' Imprisonment

Former prosecutors of Erik and Lyle Menendez argue against their release, despite new evidence of alleged sexual abuse by their father, as Los Angeles County DA George Gascón recommends parole eligibility after 30 years in prison for murdering their parents. The brothers' case, which gained renewed attention from a Netflix series, originally ended in life sentences without parole, with prosecutors claiming they killed for inheritance.

via New York Post |

#crime #georgegascon #menendezbrothers

crime2 years ago•2 min saved

Legal Battle Continues for Tupac Murder Suspect's Release from Custody

Tupac Shakur murder suspect Keefe D, who confessed to his involvement in the rapper's killing, awaits a decision on his bail as his lawyers argue for his release ahead of the murder trial, claiming he poses no risk to the public due to poor health and should be placed on house arrest. Prosecutors oppose the bail application, alleging that Keefe is involved in authorizing the killing of potential witnesses. Keefe's lawyers argue that he has no intention of fleeing and has changed his life since leaving the drug game in 2009, while Keefe claims his confessions were for fame and entertainment.

via The US Sun|

#bailhearing #crime #gangster

crime-and-legal2 years ago•4 min saved

"Oscar Pistorius: The Blade Runner's Path from Valentine's Tragedy to Controversial Parole"

Oscar Pistorius, the South African Paralympic sprinter, was released on parole after serving nearly nine years for the murder of his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp in 2013. Pistorius claimed he mistook Steenkamp for an intruder and shot her through a bathroom door, but prosecutors argued it was intentional following an argument. The Supreme Court of Appeal convicted him of murder, stating he acted recklessly and should have known the shooting would result in death. The final verdict did not conclusively determine if Pistorius intended to kill Steenkamp specifically.

via The Associated Press|

##crime-and-legal #murdertrial

crime-and-legal2 years ago•3 min saved

"Tupac Murder Suspect Seeks House Arrest Amid Witness Tampering Concerns"

Duane "Keffe D" Davis, the ex-gang leader charged with the murder of Tupac Shakur in 1996, is seeking house arrest before his trial in June 2024, citing poor health and claiming he's not a flight risk. Prosecutors oppose his release, arguing that Davis' past statements and jail phone recordings suggest he could be a danger to witnesses. Davis has pleaded not guilty and has been in custody without bail since his arrest. His defense claims his admissions about the killing were for entertainment and profit, while prosecutors have provided resources to protect at least one witness due to perceived threats.

via The Associated Press|

##crime-and-legal #hiphop

entertainment2 years ago•1 min saved

Clint Eastwood Wraps Up Filming His Final Movie 'Juror #2'

Clint Eastwood, at 93 years old, has begun shooting his final film titled "Juror #2" in Georgia. The movie, starring Nicholas Hoult, Toni Collette, Kiefer Sutherland, Leslie Bibb, and Zoey Deutch, revolves around a murder trial where one of the jurors realizes he is responsible for the victim's death. Eastwood's career as a director spans 40 films, including notable works like "Unforgiven" and "American Sniper." Warner Bros. Pictures will distribute the film, capitalizing on the fact that it is Eastwood's last project.

via Dark Horizons|

#2 #entertainment #murdertrial