Wesley Kipkorir Rono v Republic [2015] KEHC 1269 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 1269
- Citation
- [2015] KEHC 1269 (KLR)
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TypeCriminal AppealPostureAppeal from conviction and sentenceCoramHON. W. OKWANY
Holding
The conviction on the child trafficking count is quashed, and the appellant is set free.
Facts
The appellant was charged with child trafficking and indecent act with a child. The complainant denied ever being with the appellant, and the prosecution's case was deemed riddled with contradictions.
Issues
- Conviction on child trafficking count
- Prosecution's case deficiencies
Reasoning
The prosecution's case was found to be riddled with contradictions and lacked crucial evidence. The court inferred that the prosecution's case was not proved beyond reasonable doubt.
Outcome
Appeal allowed, conviction quashed, appellant set free
Orders
- Quash conviction and set aside sentence
Remedies
- Set appellant free
Authorities cited
Legislation (2)
- Sexual Offences Act No.3 of 2006
- Criminal Procedure Code
Cases cited (2)
- Juma Ngodia vs Republic [1982-88] IKLR 9
- Okeno vs Republic [1972] EA 32
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