Republic v Andrew Njagi Gichobi [2019] KEHC 2905 (KLR)
- 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
- Whether the accused is the one who caused the death of the deceased with malice aforethought
- 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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