Two Inmates Deny Attempted Murder of Sara Sharif's Father in Prison
· World · Sky News, The Independent
Two prisoners have pleaded not guilty to charges of attempting to murder Urfan Sharif, the father of ten-year-old Sara Sharif, inside his jail cell. The incident allegedly occurred at HMP Wakefield, where Sharif is currently held on remand. Prosecutors state the defendants used makeshift weapons during the attack, though the specific nature of these items was not detailed in court. Both inmates entered their not-guilty pleas during a hearing at Leeds Crown Court. The trial is scheduled to proceed as the legal process regarding the underlying case continues.
Why it matters
The safety of high-profile prisoners in custody remains a critical concern for the UK prison system, as this attack on a defendant awaiting trial for a widely publicised case highlights security vulnerabilities within HMP Wakefield.
Read the original report — Sky News
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