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Republic v Andrew Njagi Gichobi [2019] KEHC 2905 (KLR)

[2019] KEHC 2905 (KLR) High Court of Kenya
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Court
High Court of Kenya
Case number
2905
Citation
[2019] KEHC 2905 (KLR)
Decided
31 October 2019
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TypeCriminal MurderPostureAppeal from the original trial outcomeCoramL.W. GITARI
Holding

The accused is found guilty of murder and sentenced to 30 years imprisonment.

Facts

On 6.2.2010, the deceased George Njogu Wanja was hit by Andrew Njagui Gichobi, resulting in a severe head injury and death.

Issues

  1. Whether the accused is the one who caused the death of the deceased with malice aforethought
  2. Whether the death was caused by an unlawful act or omission with malice aforethought

Reasoning

The prosecution presented circumstantial evidence linking the accused to the death of the deceased, including testimony from witnesses and a post-mortem report. The court found sufficient evidence to prove the charge beyond reasonable doubt.

Outcome

Guilty

Orders

  • Sentence of 30 years imprisonment

Authorities cited

Cases cited (2)
  • Chege v. Republic
  • Muruatetu Case
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