GEOFFREY NG’ANG’A vs ATTORNEY GENERAL [2003] KEHC 588 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 588
- Citation
- [2003] KEHC 588 (KLR)
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TypeCivil SuitPostureAppeal from a previous judgment in Nairobi H.C.C.S. No. 158 of 1994CoramK. H. RAWAL
Holding
A sum of Kshs.200,000/= shall be awarded to the plaintiff for pain, suffering, and damages.
Facts
The plaintiff, Geoffrey Ng'anga, claims damages for injuries sustained in an assault by police officers on January 15-16, 1993, along Nyamakima/River Road, Nairobi.
Issues
- competency of the suit
- validity of the Statutory notice given on behalf of the plaintiff
Reasoning
The plaintiff sustained blunt injuries and multiple cuts, but most of the injuries were blunt. Considering all relevant factors, Kshs.200,000/= is deemed adequate damages.
Outcome
Judgment in the total sum of Kshs.2,05,000 with costs and interest
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