Boy starved to death 'was invisible to authorities', review finds

A three-year-old boy, Abiyah Yasharahyalah, starved to death and was buried in a garden by his parents whose alternative lifestyle kept them out of sight of authorities. An independent review found that his severe malnourishment and death were influenced by his parents' culture and beliefs. The tragic incident shed light on the need for professionals in child safeguarding to ask probing questions and have a better understanding of diverse cultures and beliefs, as highlighted in the review's recommendations.