Republic v Marango & another (Criminal Case 22 of 2018) [2022] KEHC 15076 (KLR) (27 October 2022) (Judgment)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 15076
- Citation
- [2022] KEHC 15076 (KLR)
- Decided
- 27 October 2022
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TypeCriminalPostureAppeal from the original trial outcomeCoramLW GITARI, Lord Heward
Holding
This court finds that the prosecution proved the fact of death and the cause beyond doubt, and the evidence is sufficient to prove the 3 elements of murder.
Facts
The prosecution alleges that Benson Kimathi Marango and Francis Otundo murdered a 9-year-old child named MAK on September 6, 2018, in Meru, Kenya. The defense denies the charges.
Issues
- Whether the prosecution proved the fact of death and the cause
- Whether the evidence adduced is sufficient to prove the 3 elements of murder and whether the same can be connected to either or both the accused persons
Reasoning
The prosecution's case is based on circumstantial evidence, including the post-mortem report, DNA analysis, and testimony from witnesses. The court finds that the evidence proves the death and the cause of death beyond doubt.
Outcome
The accused persons are found guilty of murder.
Authorities cited
Legislation (2)
- Penal Code
- Evidence Act
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