Sarah and Amina were failed by everyone. The Egyptian-born suspect was placed on the . They were pretty popular among their community as well as their school, and those who knew the girls described them as lively and joyful individuals. After 12 years on the run, Amina and Sarah will finally have justice! Hes one man, not God. DALLAS (CBSDFW.COM) - The mother of two sisters found shot to death in their father's taxicab in 2008 says justice will be served now that FBI agents have arrested Yaser Abdel Said, 63. 'Girls Gone Wild' founder Joe Francis claps back at backlash over old pic of him checking out 18-yr-old Kylie JennerAfter the trio moved to Oklahoma to be with Patricias family, Said filed a missing persons report with the Lewisville Police Department, which forced the girls mother to inform the cops that they were not missing, only terrified of the man. Note: there has been some minor editing. During this time, they saw Yassein and Islam going to and from the house. According to law enforcement, he shot the girls to death inside his taxicab and abandoned their bodies. You are nearing the transfer limit for memorials managed by Find a Grave. [43] As of 30January2023[update], he is serving his sentence at Federal Correctional Institution, Bastrop. My dad shot me," the 17-year-old had said in what would be the last moments of her and her 18-year-old sister Aminas lives, prosecutors in the Dallas County courtroom claimed. Sarah was 17 and her sister Amina was 18-years-old. Flowers added to the memorial appear on the bottom of the memorial or here on the Flowers tab. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate, or jump to a slide with the slide dots. Amina Said, 18, and her 17-year-old sister, Sarah, were found fatally shot on Jan 1, 2008, in Irving, Texas by their father, Yaser, who called the tragedy an 'honor killing' (Credits: Irving Police Department and FBI) IRVING, TEXAS: Jury selection began on Monday, August 1 in Dallas in Yaser Said's capital murder trial. Egyptian-born Yaser Abdel Said, 50, of Lewisville, remains on the run. However, when the detectives reached out to talk to Amina and Sarahs father, they learned that he had skipped town as he was nowhere to be found. Amina Said, 18, and her sister Sarah were found shot multiple times in a cab outside a suburban Dallas hotel. window.googletag.pubads().addEventListener('slotOnload', function(event) { Amina died instantly, but Sarah was able to call the police and was screaming help, my dad shot me! Authorities suspect that other people helped Said evade arrest over the years, and a federal criminal complaint said that Islam was in contact with two more of his fathers brothers. OK, well as you know were not allowed to date and my dad is arranging my marriage. Amina told authorities she had been penetrated at least once and confirming that their mother knew about the situation but did nothing to stop it[14]. Amina Said, 18, and Sarah Said, 17, were found shot inside a taxi cab on New Year's Day 2008 and their father is on trial for capital murder. However, things were about to get worse when Yaser found one of Aminas notes one day. Quickly see who the memorial is for and when they lived and died and where they are buried. Now, he can finally rot in prison. Like any other young girl coming of age, Amina, a senior at Lewisville High School in Lewisville, Texas (their brother Islam, also attended the school) was interested in school activities such as pep rallies and student clubs. [28], Three years later, in August 2020, the police began 24-hour surveillance on a home in Justin, Texas. Initially, the police sat through several interviews and tried to come up with a list of suspects. Please try again later. To view a photo in more detail or edit captions for photos you added, click the photo to open the photo viewer. eventAction: 'click_adunit' Are you sure that you want to report this flower to administrators as offensive or abusive? Oops, we were unable to send the email. Are you sure that you want to delete this memorial? gads_event = event; }); Islam was interviewed by the police that day and eventually reported to someone that we have problem. My guess is that this was either Yaser or Yassein. or don't show this againI am good at figuring things out. His trial is underway in Dallas . ", Said's defense team alleged prosecutors sought to "generalize" and "criminalize an entire culture, to fit their narrative.". A warrant for Yaser Abdel Said's arrest was issued the day after the 2008 shootings of his daughters, Sarah Yaser Said, 17, and Amina Yaser Said, 18. All photos appear on this tab and here you can update the sort order of photos on memorials you manage. eventCategory: event.slot.getSlotElementId(), Manchester "Would love to thank Miss Riley and Mrs Brown year 2 at Benchill Primary School they are both amazing and my . This account already exists, but the email address still needs to be confirmed. Aminas then-boyfriend, Edgar Ruiz, told the jury members that he met her before she went to Dallas. Include gps location with grave photos where possible. Patton had said, It is wrong for the government to generalize an entire culture, criminalize an entire culture, to fit their narrative, and to fit their objective. Are you sure that you want to remove this flower? UPDATE: Yaser Abdel Said was arrested by federal agents on August 26, 2020 in Justin, Texas. During the trial, prosecutors read a December 21, 2007, email Amina wrote to her history teacher 10 days before she and her sister were killed, saying their father made our lives a nightmare and that she and her sister wanted to run away. Thanks for your help! The teenagers were brilliant in their academics and were athletes and honor students at Lewisville High School. Patricia fled with her daughters in the week before their deaths because she was in "great fear for her life." I'm dying, I'm dying! The sponsor of a memorial may add an additional. Said would often spy on his daughters by video or audio-taping them without their knowledge. ", First published on August 27, 2020 / 1:30 PM. We hope that Islam too will be punished accordingly for his part in the girls murders and the hiding of Yaser, along with anyone else who has or will be arrested for aiding in hiding him.". An email has been sent to the person who requested the photo informing them that you have fulfilled their request, There is an open photo request for this memorial. eventAction: 'view' Add to your scrapbook. After the murders, Said disappeared and although it was first assumed he fled to Egypt, no such record was ever found. Their mother supported the claims, but ultimately the case was tossed out of court. Residents of Irving, Texas, were left shocked when Amina and Sarah Said were found bloodied and shot to death inside a taxi in 2008. We have set your language to As manager of this memorial you can add or update the memorial using the Edit button below. The inside of the car, including the seats, steering wheel, and everything, was covered in the girls blood, and an autopsy later determined that death was caused due to multiple bullet wounds. Are you sure that you want to remove this flower? Resend Activation Email, Please check the I'm not a robot checkbox, If you want to be a Photo Volunteer you must enter a ZIP Code or select your location on the map. Prosecutors say Said brought the girls into his taxi - Amina was sitting in the front passenger seat while Sarah was in the back - and drove them around before shooting them at around 7.30pm. SINGLE. Said, who had worked as a cab driver, was arrested in August 2020 in Justin, Texas. Patricia Owens, the mother of Amina and Sarah, addressed her ex-husband on the stand after the verdict. Upon closer inspection, he also noticed two unresponsive girls and immediately informed the police. Your culture does not mean you murdered your children. Verify and try again. Yaser Said was found guilty Tuesday of fatally shooting his two teenage daughters, 18-year-old Amina Said and 17-year-old Sarah Said, in 2008. There was an error deleting this problem. Amina And Sarah Said Young, Bright, And Full Of Life. Im dying. Unfortunately, Sarah died too. document.querySelector("#google_image_div").addEventListener('click',function(){ Both of them were inseparable and . hitType: 'event', Your new password must contain one or more uppercase and lowercase letters, and one or more numbers or special characters. Yaser Said was convicted of capital murder Tuesday in the 2008 fatal shootings of his two teenage daughters, 18-year-old Amina Said and 17-year-old Sarah Said. Oops, we were unable to send the email. [44][45], In 2015, "The Hunt With John Walsh" profiled the killings and Yaser Said's fugitive status.[46]. Eventually, Said found a note that she had written to Moreno. Got a tip? Amina still refused to go. He testified that he immigrated to the U.S. from Egypt in 1983 and later became a U.S. citizen. Flowers added to the memorial appear on the bottom of the memorial or here on the Flowers tab. Though Owens initially denied claims it was an 'honor killing,' she now believes the crime was motivated by Yaser's anger over their daughters dating non-Muslim boys. What to Know Yaser Said is accused of murdering his two teenage daughters, Sarah and Amina Said, in 2008. Sarah and Amina The Capture of Yaser Said Yaser's America's Most Wanted poster It's unknown who helped Yaser escape that day after he killed his daughters, but it's rumored to have been Tissie or Yaser's brothers, who were eventually arrested for helping him flee. [31], Even though Yaser Said was indicted on capital murder charges, prosecutors did not seek the death penalty. Try again. Family members linked to this person will appear here. Even their friends and the community were stunned by the horrifyingly brutal nature of the crime. They would also write each other notes in between classes at school. Your new password must contain one or more uppercase and lowercase letters, and one or more numbers or special characters. Try again. Remove advertising from a memorial by sponsoring it for just $5. The announcement of Yaser's arrest brought tears of elation, and shouts of triumph for us last night. 24/7 coverage of breaking news and live events. In a fit of rage, Mr. Said took both Amina and her sister Sarah for a drive on Tuesday, January 1, 2008. This account already exists, but the email address still needs to be confirmed. Amina and sarah said This Instagram is for Amina and Sarah said ( remembering ) them . Sorry! eventAction: 'click_ads' Below the patio, they noticed a shrub with broken branches, suggesting someone had jumped off the patio and landed on the bush. [2][30] On the same day in nearby Euless, Texas, they also arrested Islam, age 32, and Yassein Abdulfatah Said, age 59. cemeteries found within miles of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. [23] Dallas County District Court Judge Chika Anyiam sentenced Said to life in prison without the possibility of parole. [4] Said was taken into federal custody by the FBI, and was then transferred to Dallas County where he was held until his trial, which commenced in August 2022. Verify and try again. Their father, Yaser Said, is accused of killing them. Use Escape keyboard button or the Close button to close the carousel. "Help! A system error has occurred. With this honor death, Mr. Said preferred to see his daughters dead rather than bring shame to his family for living their lives like any normal American teenager. Amina told him that these notes were to an imaginary boyfriend. Are you sure that you want to report this flower to administrators as offensive or abusive? "They don't look alive," said the caller, whose name was deleted from . Yaser Said is accused of fatally shooting his two teenage daughters 18-year-old Amina Said and 17-year-old Sarah Said in a taxi in the Dallas area in 2008. Prosecutors allege the 65-year-old defendant murdered his daughters because he didn't approve of them dating non-Muslim men and embracing the western lifestyle. I had my kids, but all in one day I lost it all," said Owens. Amina began dating a boy named Joseph Moreno, whom she met while taking Taekwondo classes. Or just their smiles, their laughs, their, you know, silliness," said Owens. Back in 1998, both teenagers accused their father of sexually assaulting them. 165 followers. Police say the murders were 'honor killings.'. I am very happy now. 5) Amina and Sarah were killed for bringing shame to their family. ). The sponsor of a memorial may add an additional. After years of searching, police ultimately caught up with the father of two in August 2020 and indicted him on capital murder charges. ", "Yaser Said Convicted of Capital Murder in Deaths of Teen Daughters", "Lewisville cabbie sought in daughters' deaths after bodies found in taxi", "R/UnresolvedMysteries Yaser Abdel Said Honour Killer at Large 2008 Where is he? Please complete the captcha to let us know you are a real person. Please check your email and click on the link to activate your account. On January 1, 2008, a passer-by noticed an abandoned taxi parked at the entrance of what was then the Omni Mandalay Hotel (now known as Omni Las Colinas Hotel). To add a flower, click the Leave a Flower button. Where is Hooper? Finally this monster is no longer free to roam about the world while Sarah and Aminas bright and promising lives were torn away from them by him. [20], On January 1, 2008, Yaser Said took Amina and Sarah to his taxi cab, kissed them, and told them he was taking them out to eat. Sarah Said Height, Weight & Measurements At 65 years old, Sarah Said height is 6 ft 2 in (1.88 m) and Weight 180 lb (82 kg). People have referred to Amina and Sarah Said's deaths as "honor killings" because they think Yaser Said was outraged that his . Learn about how to make the most of a memorial. Since his capture, he has been held at Dallas County Jail - North Tower. No animated GIFs, photos with additional graphics (borders, embellishments. (credit: FBI), Amina and Sarah Said (courtesy: Justice for Sarah and Amina Facebook page), FBI agents have arrested Yaser Abdel Said. "When we left to go, you know, home, I was telling my sister, 'don't tell me this is just a dream.' And she said 'no tissy, it's real,'" said Owens. Follow. Include gps location with grave photos where possible. Learn more about managing a memorial . Close this window, and upload the photo(s) again. If you have questions, please contact [emailprotected]. Your account has been locked for 30 minutes due to too many failed sign in attempts. During her testimony in court last Thursday Owens pointed to her ex-husband, calling him that devil. She testified that Said was controlling and abusive throughout their relationship, adding that she and her daughters left him several times over the years, but they always returned out of fear. eventAction: 'load' Previously sponsored memorials or famous memorials will not have this option. For memorials with more than one photo, additional photos will appear here or on the photos tab. However, Said claims he left the vehicle, fleeing into a wooded area before the girls were killed because he thought someone wanted to murder him, testifying that he spotted an unknown person in a car stalking them while they were driving to dinner. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate, or jump to a slide with the slide dots. Since that night, the members of the Irving Police Department and our partners with the Dallas FBI, have tirelessly pursued justice for Amina and Sarah,' said Irving Police Chief Jeff Spivey. Investigation Discoverys Sins Of The Father: Driven to Murder chronicles the tragic incident and shows how the ensuing investigation unraveled a dark and unnerving murder plot. Photo Credits: WFAA. A capital murder warrant has been issued for their father, Yaser Said, 50, who has not been seen since the Lewisville High School students were found dead. },false) Their father had come over to the United States from Egypt in the 80s, although the show mentioned that he was not very tolerant of the kind of freedom the US provided. Yaser then drove his cab to the Omni Mandalay Hotel and fled. Both will be charged for harboring a fugitive and can face up to five years in federal prison if convicted.The double homicide has been featured in an episode of the long running FOX network show "America's Most Wanted. Patricia drove to the friend's house and pounded on the door, starting an argument with Amina to try to convince her to return to Said. Close this window, and upload the photo(s) again. EVERY. reporters on a platform technologically tailored to meet the needs of the modern reader. The Price of Honor While Amina wasn't an aggressive person, she was not shy. Their mom, Yaser, their brothers, their uncles. Oh my God. Amina Said was a promising young Egyptian-American high school student living her life like any other American teen would. Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. Weve updated the security on the site. However, Yaser, after having inundated Patricia with phone calls (from himself and other relatives) that were initially unsuccessful, eventually convinced her to return home with the girls. Yaser Said trial: Accused took daughters out on pretext of dinner before killing them, The TRAGIC deaths of Sarah and Amina Said: Trial of killer dad Yasir Said begins in TexasIt has been said that Said wanted to control everything. GREAT NEWS! }); [36] As of January2023[update], he is incarcerated at Texas Department of Criminal Justice's McConnell Unit in Bee County, Texas. Gail Gattrell, the sisters' great-aunt, has called the deaths an "honor killing," in which a woman is murdered by a relative to protect her family's honor. [15][16] Amina stated she was afraid of using the public telephone "because he [Said] gets in everywhere, he knows everything". Oops, some error occurred while uploading your photo(s). Although there are laws that prohibit "honor death" in many Middle Eastern nations, there are some areas where Sharia law is prevalent and where the practice is tolerated.UPDATE: Yaser Abdel Said was arrested by federal agents on August 26, 2020 in Justin, Texas. We will review the memorials and decide if they should be merged. [5][6][7] Said was found guilty on August 9, after a week-long trial. Weve updated the security on the site. [8] Patricia later alleged that Said abused her during their marriage. He will, without any drama nor doubt, kill us, she also wrote. Amina and Sarah Said should be alive today, and the idea that a man can walk around in Texas believing that it's perfectly right for him to murder his daughters because they are dating non-Muslims since, after all, it is perfectly fine to do that sort of thing back home in Egypt is abominable. This memorial has been copied to your clipboard. There are no volunteers for this cemetery. Said married Patricia "Tissie" Owens in February 1987 when he was 30 and she was 15. Said was placed on the FBIs most-wanted list after the murders and evaded arrest for more than 12 years. Reports said that the 65-year-old fatally shot the victims in 2008 before he vanished. Share this memorial using social media sites or email. Learn more about merges. https://www.fbi.gov/./fbi-ten-most-wanted-fugitive. [41], The Price of Honor is a 2014 documentary about the murders of Sarah and Amina Said. The girls also told their friends and even a few teachers that Yaser was always watching them, and they were afraid to use a telephone because they thought he had bugged it. Save to an Ancestry Tree, a virtual cemetery, your clipboard for pasting or Print. Are you adding a grave photo that will fulfill this request? hitType: 'event', This is a brutal and awful case and these two women were failed throughout their whole lives by the people who should have loved and protected them. It has nothing to do with your race or religion," prosecutor Lauren Black said in her closing argument. Share this memorial using social media sites or email. If you have questions, please contact [emailprotected]. You took my family all in one night.". They were abused, physically and sexuallyHere are small parts of invasions of privacy that they suffered, of course these are small clips and there are proba. Use the links under See more to quickly search for other people with the same last name in the same cemetery, city, county, etc. He told them that he wanted to take them out for a bite to eat, however, in what police classify as an "honor death" related crime, Mr. Said shot both of his daughters in the backseat of his car and disappeared into thin air. You may not upload any more photos to this memorial, This photo was not uploaded because this memorial already has 20 photos, This photo was not uploaded because you have already uploaded 5 photos to this memorial, This photo was not uploaded because this memorial already has 30 photos, This photo was not uploaded because you have already uploaded 15 photos to this memorial. When detectives showed him a picture of Yaser Said, the worker identified him as the man he had seen in the apartment. To add a flower, click the Leave a Flower button. Amina's Mother Has Opened Up About The Harrowing Incident . ", Anne Heche could be jailed for up to THREE YEARS as fiery crash probed as felony DUI. Amina was 18 years old and was shot two times and Sarah was 17 years old as was shot nine times. You need a Find a Grave account to continue. Use Escape keyboard button or the Close button to close the carousel. Said, the girl's father, was arrested in Justin, 36 miles northwest of Dallas. This barbaric act which goes against the teachings of Islam, is still practiced in many Middle Eastern societies. Witnesses said the girls returned to the Dallas area on New Year's Eve when their mother said Said convinced her to return home. [15] Amina told Moreno not to call or text her if she sent a code word to him because she was afraid that her father would go through her phone. Sarah and Amina Said. Yaser Said was a beast. https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/232487612/sarah-yaser-said. They collected evidence inside the apartment, including several cigarette butts and a toothbrush.
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