Urfan Sharif, convicted of his daughter’s murder, was attacked in prison, highlighting the dangers faced by child killers behind bars.
Birmingham: So, it turns out Urfan Sharif, the guy who killed his daughter Sara, got attacked in prison. Can you believe it? This happened on New Year’s Day, and he was targeted by two other inmates at HMP Belmarsh.
He just started serving a life sentence for Sara’s murder, and now he’s dealing with a sliced throat from a tuna can lid. Thankfully, his injuries aren’t life-threatening, but still, yikes!
Last month, he was sentenced to at least 40 years in prison, along with his wife and brother-in-law. It’s just heartbreaking to think about what Sara went through. She suffered for two years and had so many injuries when she died.
A former prison governor, Vanessa Frake, said this kind of attack isn’t surprising. She explained that inmates who commit terrible crimes, especially against kids, are often seen as the lowest of the low. It’s a brutal hierarchy in there.
Vanessa mentioned that even if Sharif was put in a protective unit, he could still be targeted. There might even be a price on his head from other inmates. It’s a tough life behind bars, and he’ll have to watch his back for the next 40 years.
Legal expert Adam Jones chimed in, saying that for guys like Sharif, every day is about survival. Inmates who hurt kids are treated with disdain, and that can lead to violence. It’s a constant struggle for them.
Sharif’s daily life will probably be pretty isolated, especially after this attack. Prison authorities will likely step up security to keep him safe, but the mental toll of being a target is huge. It can lead to anxiety and even self-harm.
