Nyaga Muthara v Republic (Criminal Appeal E027 of 2021) [2021] KEHC 2296 (KLR) (10 November 2021) (Judgment)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 2296
- Citation
- [2021] KEHC 2296 (KLR)
- Decided
- 10 November 2021
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TypeCriminal AppealPostureAppeal from a conviction and sentenceCoramOnyango, Makhandia, Swift
Holding
The conviction and sentence are set aside due to inconsistencies and contradictions in the evidence.
Facts
The appellant was charged with assault causing actual bodily harm. The prosecution alleged the assault occurred on 26.02.2019 at 1400 hrs at Kathageri Sub location, while the complainant stated it happened on 5.05.2019. The prosecution's witnesses gave conflicting dates and places.
Issues
- Whether the prosecution adduced sufficient evidence to prove the charge
- Whether the sentence imposed by the trial magistrate is harsh and/or excessive
Reasoning
The prosecution's evidence was contradictory and inconsistent, particularly regarding the date and place of the alleged assault. The court found the benefit of doubt should have been given to the appellant.
Outcome
The conviction and sentence are set aside.
Orders
- The conviction and sentence are set aside
Remedies
- The appellant is acquitted and released from custody.
Authorities cited
Legislation (2)
- Section 251 of the Penal Code
- Rex vs Donovan CCA 1934
Cases cited (2)
- Okeno –vs- Republic [1972]
- Erick Onyango Ondeng’ vs. R [2014]
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