Grandfather of Sara Sharif urges his son to hand himself in
GuardianJUL 2023
Sara Sharif's tragic death must not be forgotten. Allegedly tortured and silenced, her young life was surrounded by adults who witnessed her abuse, yet remained silent. Society can't afford complacency, and criminal justice in this case must prevail in a world that values the innocence and rights of children.
This tragic case highlights a larger systemic failure when it comes to children's services in the UK. Sara Sharif was failed by an overwhelmed, under-resourced, rigid bureaucracy, unable to act in time. Despite prior reforms and pleas for resources, children like Sara remain neglected in a crisis-laden system — there's a need for a radical overhaul of these safety nets.
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