Nyaga v Republic (Criminal Appeal 141 of 2019) [2025] KECA 1073 (KLR) (5 June 2025) (Judgment)
- Court
- Court of Appeal
- Case number
- 1073
- Citation
- [2025] KECA 1073 (KLR)
- Decided
- 5 June 2025
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TypeCriminal AppealPostureAppeal from a conviction and sentence of deathCoramS. ole KANTAI, J. LESIIT, ALI – ARONI
Holding
The conviction is upheld, but the death sentence is set aside and replaced with a 40-year imprisonment sentence.
Facts
Beth Nyaga was convicted of murdering BKG, a 10-year-old stepson, on October 25, 2013. The prosecution presented evidence from several witnesses, including a 15-year-old witness who noted blood on Nyaga's hand and her relationship with the deceased.
Issues
- Conviction and sentence of death
- Sentencing guidelines and mandatory death penalty
Reasoning
The court found the evidence solid, but the death sentence was harsh given the circumstances. The court considered the mandatory death penalty unconstitutional and imposed a life sentence instead.
Outcome
Appeal on conviction dismissed, appeal on sentence successful
Orders
- Death sentence set aside
- Sentenced to 40 years imprisonment
Authorities cited
Legislation (1)
- Penal Code
Cases cited (1)
- Francis Karioko Muruatetu & Another v Republic
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