Cypriano Murori vs Republic [2001] KECA 169 (KLR)
- Court
- Court of Appeal
- Case number
- 169
- Citation
- [2001] KECA 169 (KLR)
- Decided
- 17 May 2001
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TypeCriminal AppealPostureAppeal from conviction and sentence for attempted robbery with violenceCoramB. CHUNGA, A.B. SHAH, S.E.O BOSIRE
Holding
The appellant's identification was correct and the evidence supported the aggravated aspect of the charge.
Facts
The appellant was identified by two witnesses, Vincent Kithinji and his wife Susan Nduru, at night using torch light. The appellant was accused of demanding property and using a panga to cut the complainant.
Issues
- Correctness of the appellant's identification
- Aggravated aspect of the charge
Reasoning
The court held that the evidence supported the identification and the aggravated aspect of the charge. The appellant was not only in company with others but also armed with a panga.
Outcome
Appeal dismissed in entirety
Authorities cited
Legislation (1)
- Penal Code
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