Kitsao Baya Nyundo v Republic [2015] KEHC 2971 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 2971
- Citation
- [2015] KEHC 2971 (KLR)
- Decided
- 16 September 2015
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TypeCriminal AppealPostureAppeal from conviction and sentenceCoramSAID J. CHITEMBWE
Holding
The appeal is allowed, and the appellant is set at liberty.
Facts
The appellant, Kitsao Baya Nyundo, was charged with sexual offences against his niece, N K, a 11-year-old girl. The appellant was convicted and sentenced to 20 years imprisonment.
Issues
- Whether the appellant committed the offence of incest.
- Whether the prosecution proved the case beyond reasonable doubt.
Reasoning
The medical evidence showed no penetration and the complainant's hymen was intact. The prosecution failed to prove the case beyond reasonable doubt.
Outcome
Appeal allowed, appellant set at liberty
Orders
- The appellant is set at liberty unless otherwise lawfully held.
Authorities cited
Legislation (1)
- Medical Evidence
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