SAMUEL JUMA MANYONGE v REPUBLIC [2011] KEHC 4254 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 4254
- Citation
- [2011] KEHC 4254 (KLR)
- Decided
- 18 July 2011
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TypeCriminal AppealPostureAppeal from a conviction and sentenceCoramF. N. MUCHEMI
Holding
The conviction and sentence are upheld
Facts
The Appellant, Samuel Juma Manyonge, was convicted of an indecent act with a child aged six years. The complainant testified that the Appellant carried her, undressed her, and had sexual intercourse with her, causing bruises and bleeding.
Issues
- Conviction and sentence
- Remand in police custody
Reasoning
The evidence corroborated the complainant's testimony, proving the offence beyond reasonable doubt. The sentence is reasonable given the child's tender age and the seriousness of the offence.
Outcome
Appeal dismissed
Remedies
- Civil proceedings for compensation under section 72 (6) of the repealed constitution for the over-remand in police custody
Authorities cited
Legislation (2)
- Sexual Offences Act
- Repealed Constitution
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