Republic v Lokula Achuka [2017] KEHC 4751 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 4751
- Citation
- [2017] KEHC 4751 (KLR)
- Decided
- 28 June 2017
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TypeCriminal AppealPostureAppeal from a conviction for murderCoramJustice Mary Kasango
Holding
The accused is found guilty of murder
Facts
The deceased, Monica Imoni, was stabbed and killed by her husband, Lokula Achuka, at Thome Location in Laikipia West Sub-County, Laikipia County on 30th June 2016. The prosecution presented evidence from several witnesses, including the deceased's grandmother and sister, who testified to the attack. The post-mortem report confirmed the deceased's death due to stab wounds.
Issues
- Whether the accused was at the scene of the crime
- Whether the accused had malice aforethought
Reasoning
The prosecution's evidence was overwhelming, proving the death of the deceased and the unlawful act committed by the accused. The accused's intent to cause grievous harm and knowledge of the probable death of the deceased were established.
Outcome
Guilty
Authorities cited
Legislation (2)
- Penal Code
- Post-Mortem Report
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