Republic v Mary Nkirote [2017] KEHC 292 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 292
- Citation
- [2017] KEHC 292 (KLR)
- Decided
- 23 November 2017
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TypeCriminalPostureAppeal from a conviction and sentence of murderCoramTeresia Matheka
Holding
The court finds no prima facie case against the accused to warrant her being put on her defense.
Facts
The accused, Mary Nkirote, was charged with murder of her husband Julius Gitonga on November 23-24, 2013. The prosecution alleged that the accused hit the deceased with a hammer, but the accused denied the charges.
Issues
- Motive for the murder
- Investigative procedures
- Weight of evidence
Reasoning
The evidence was insufficient to establish a case against the accused, and the prosecution failed to investigate thoroughly. The court concludes that the accused is not guilty.
Outcome
Not guilty
Orders
- Acquitted
Authorities cited
Legislation (2)
- Penal Code
- Criminal Procedure Code
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