REPUBLIC OF KENYA IN THE HIGH OF KENYA AT KERICHO CRIMINAL CASE NO.27 OF 2014 REPUBLIC…………………………………..PROSECUTION VERSUS PHILEMON BORE……………………………….ACCUSED RULING ON SENTENCE - The accused was convicted of the offence of manslaughter after plea bargaining. - The deceased was the accused's wife. They have four children, who are living with their grandparents. - What happened between the accused and his wife (the deceased) is so unfortunate. - The social inquiry report is not favourable to the accused who appears to have tendencies of violence towards his family members. He needs to manage these uncalled for outbursts. - I have carefully considered the period he has been in custody (1 year plus six months) together with the contents of the social inquiry report. I have come to the conclusion that the most suitable sentence would be six (6) years to be served as follows: The first three (3) years to be served in prison. The next three (3) years on probation. - Conditions explained. Delivered, Signed and Dated at Kericho this 9th day of February, 2016. …...................... H. I. ONG'UDI JUDGE In the presence of: M/s Keli for State, accused person and Cheruyoit/Hillary as court assistants. …......................
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