Republic v Wanangwe (Criminal Case 40 of 2020) [2026] KEHC 1290 (KLR) (10 February 2026) (Ruling) Neutral citation: [2026] KEHC 1290 (KLR) REPUBLIC OF KENYA IN THE HIGH COURT AT KAKAMEGA CRIMINAL CASE 40 OF 2020 AC BETT, J FEBRUARY 10, 2026 BETWEEN REPUBLIC ........................................................................................... PROSECUTION AND JOHN WANANGWE .................................................................................... ACCUSED RULING 1. I have considered the evidence adduced by the Prosecution. There is evidence that there was a confrontation with the deceased that culminated in a fight. 2. The Pathologist’s report confirms that the deceased died as a result of severe head injury secondary to sharp force trauma following assault. 3. Without delving into the evidence in depth, I hold that the prosecution has established a prima facie case. 4. The Accused is placed on his defence. DATED, SIGNED, AND DELIVERED AT KAKAMEGA, THIS 10TH DAY OF FEBRUARY 2026. A. C. BETT JUDGE In the presence of: Ms. Chala for the State/Prosecution Ms. Wanyonyi for the Accused Court Assistant: Polycap https://new.kenyalaw.org/akn/ke/judgment/kehc/2026/1290/eng@2026-02-10 1
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