David Kemboi Kosgei v Republic [2021] KEHC 7607 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 7607
- Citation
- [2021] KEHC 7607 (KLR)
- Decided
- 17 March 2021
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TypeCriminal AppealPostureAppeal from conviction and sentenceCoramH. A. OMONDI
Holding
The appellant is convicted of rape and theft. The sentence for theft is reduced to 6 months, and the sentences for both counts run concurrently. The conviction for rape is upheld.
Facts
The appellant was convicted of rape and theft. The victim, TJ, was raped by the appellant on March 28, 2017, and her phone was stolen.
Issues
- Identification of the appellant by the victim
- Consistency of the witnesses' testimonies
- Excessive sentence for theft
Reasoning
The court found the identification by dress to be reliable, as the appellant was apprehended shortly after the incident. The sentence for theft is reduced due to the low value of the stolen item.
Outcome
Appeal dismissed with respect to conviction and remanded for sentence reduction.
Authorities cited
Legislation (2)
- Sexual Offences Act
- Penal Code
Cases cited (1)
- STEPHEN OWINO OPERE VS REPUBLIC [2016] eKLR
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