Francis Njeru Kobuthi v Republic [2015] KECA 727 (KLR)

Facts

The appellant, Francis Njeru Kobuthi, was convicted for defilement of his stepdaughter CK, who was 9 years old in 2007. The appellant was not the biological father but accepted her as his daughter after marrying her mother. They lived together in deplorable conditions with CK alleging the appellant had defiled her three times.

Issues

1. Whether the conviction for defilement was upheld and changed to incest
2. Whether the evidence was sufficient to convict

Reasoning

The court found the evidence credible and consistent, and the appellant's defense was not supported. The conviction was based on the testimony of the minor victim and corroborating evidence.

Outcome

Appeal dismissed

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