Republic v Daniel Nzomo Mutua [2015] KEHC 1092 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 1092
- Citation
- [2015] KEHC 1092 (KLR)
- Decided
- 24 November 2015
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TypeCriminalPostureTrial in progressCoramS. N. MUTUKU
Holding
The court finds the evidence establishes a prima facie case for murder and places the accused on his defence.
Facts
The accused, Daniel Nzomo Mutua, is charged with murder. On January 9, 2012, he allegedly murdered Dorothy Kagendi Nyaga at Wasafiri Bar, a bar where he and the deceased were regular customers.
Issues
- Whether the evidence establishes a prima facie case for murder.
- The accused's right to defend himself and call witnesses.
Reasoning
The prosecution's evidence, including testimony from PW1, establishes that the accused was present at the scene of the murder and that the deceased was injured and held by the accused.
Outcome
The accused is placed on his defence.
Orders
- The accused has been informed of his right to defend himself and call witnesses.
Authorities cited
Legislation (2)
- Criminal Procedure Code
- Penal Code
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