William Karabu Kadi v Republic [2016] KEHC 3248 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 3248
- Citation
- [2016] KEHC 3248 (KLR)
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TypeCriminal AppealPostureAppeal from a conviction and sentence for robbery with violenceCoramS.J. CHITEMBWE
Holding
The conviction for robbery with violence is set aside. The appellant is found guilty of handling stolen property and sentenced to four (4) years imprisonment.
Facts
The appellant was charged with robbery with violence and possession of stolen property. He was identified by victims of the robbery and found in possession of a stolen mobile phone.
Issues
- Defects in the charge sheet
- Burden of proof
- Prosecution's failure to prove the case beyond reasonable doubt
- Inadequate consideration of the appellant's defence
Reasoning
The court found that the prosecution did not prove the appellant's involvement in the robbery. The stolen item was a mobile phone, which can be easily passed from one hand to another, and the appellant's possession of it six days after the robbery does not conclusively prove his involvement.
Outcome
Appeal partly succeeds, death sentence set aside, four years imprisonment imposed
Authorities cited
Legislation (1)
- Penal Code
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