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WERU GICHUKI NDEGWA vs ATTORNEY GENERAL [2003] KEHC 714 (KLR)

[2003] KEHC 714 (KLR) High Court of Kenya
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Court
High Court of Kenya
Case number
714
Citation
[2003] KEHC 714 (KLR)
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TypeCivilPostureAppeal from the original trialCoramK.H. RAWAL
Holding

The plaintiff is entitled to damages for assault by police officers

Facts

The plaintiff, WERU GICHUKI NDEGWA, claims damages for assault by police officers on the night of 15th and 16th January, 1993 at Nyamakima/River Road, Nairobi. The plaintiff was arrested and beaten by police officers, resulting in injuries to his left side, elbow, shoulder, ankle, and upper body.

Issues

  1. Whether the plaintiff is entitled to damages for assault by police officers
  2. The amount of damages to be awarded

Reasoning

The plaintiff's testimony and medical report establish that he was beaten by police officers without cause and sustained injuries. The court finds that the plaintiff is entitled to damages.

Outcome

Affirmed

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