Mohammed Tawa Kea & 2 others v Republic [2016] KECA 527 (KLR)
- Court
- Court of Appeal
- Case number
- 527
- Citation
- [2016] KECA 527 (KLR)
- Decided
- 27 May 2016
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TypeCriminal AppealPostureAppeal from the High Court's conviction of murder to manslaughterCoramASIKE- MAKHANDIA, W. OUKO, K. M’INOTI
Holding
We allow the appeal, quash the conviction and set aside the sentences imposed. We substitute a conviction for the offence of manslaughter and order a sentence of twelve years imprisonment.
Facts
The deceased, a traditional medicine man, was accused of witchcraft and killing several family members, including his younger brother. The appellants, his brothers, were accused of murdering him. The appellants claimed provocation due to witchcraft.
Issues
- Whether the appellants were properly convicted of murder or manslaughter.
- Whether the sentence imposed was appropriate.
Reasoning
The evidence showed that the appellants believed the deceased and PW 1 were witches responsible for the deaths in their family. The learned Judge should have availed the defence of legal provocation.
Outcome
Appeal allowed, conviction for manslaughter, sentence of 12 years imprisonment.
Orders
- Quash the conviction for murder.
- Substitute a conviction for manslaughter.
- Order a sentence of 12 years imprisonment.
Authorities cited
Legislation (1)
- Section 202 and 205 of the Penal Code
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