TikToker Mahek Bukhari's murder sentence 'should be reduced'

TikTok influencer Mahek Bukharis appeal for a reduced murder sentence highlights ongoing debates about justice and proportionality in violent crime cases in Leicester.

• Mahek Bukhari, an internet celebrity from Leicester, was sentenced to 31 years for her role in the murder of Saqib Hussain and his friend during a high-speed chase on the A46 road.
• In the Court of Appeal (England and Wales), her defense argues that the murder sentence is wholly disproportionate given the circumstances surrounding the incident.
• The case has drawn attention not only for its violent nature but also for Bukharis influence as a TikTok personality, sparking discussions about the intersection of social media fame and criminal behavior.