Sara Sharif's father tells court: I want to admit that it's all my fault'

Urfan Sharif stated, "*I take full responsibility for my daughter's death and admit that I beat her with a cricket bat and a white metal pole.*" This admission underscores the breadth of violence that culminated in Sara's tragic death.

In a chilling confession, Sharif expressed, "*I swear to God that my intention was not to kill her. But I lost it.*" This statement reveals a complex emotional turmoil and a stark denial of premeditated intent.

During the trial, Sharif acknowledged, "*I accept everything that I had told police in a 999 call and a handwritten confession after my daughter's death.*" His full acceptance of his statements shows the weight of his remorse.

When asked if he accepted inflicting the injuries, Sharif stated, "*I take the full responsibility,*" indicating his recognition of the consequences of his abusive actions, despite denying some specifics.

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