Victor Nthiga Kiruthu & another v Republic [2017] KECA 251 (KLR)
- Court
- Court of Appeal
- Case number
- 251
- Citation
- [2017] KECA 251 (KLR)
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TypeCriminal AppealPostureAppeals from the Conviction of the High Court of Kenya at Meru (Lesiit, J) Dated 23rd October, 2014 H.C.C.R.C NO. 68 of 2010CoramJudge Jessie Lesiit, Judge R. N. Nambuye, Judge P. O. Kiage
Holding
The court finds the offence was proved beyond reasonable doubt against both appellants and dismisses the appeals in their entirety.
Facts
Victor Nthiga Kiruthu and James Nyaga Gitemba were charged with murder for attacking and killing David Munyambu Nkandi on October 30, 2010. The prosecution presented seven witnesses, while the appellants gave sworn evidence and called two witnesses.
Issues
- Whether the defence of provocation and self defense is available to Victor.
- Whether the charge against James was proved beyond reasonable doubt.
Reasoning
The court upholds the prosecution's case, finding that the defence of provocation and self-defense was not applicable due to the circumstances and the lack of evidence supporting the appellants' claims.
Outcome
Appeals dismissed
Authorities cited
Legislation (2)
- Penal Code
- Evidence Act
Cases cited (2)
- Peter King'ori Mwangi & 2 others v. Republic
- Ahmed Mohamed Omar & 5 Others v. Republic
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