Republic v Mugereki (Criminal Case E006 of 2021) [2026] KEHC 4984 (KLR) (17 April 2026) (Ruling) Neutral citation: [2026] KEHC 4984 (KLR) REPUBLIC OF KENYA IN THE HIGH COURT AT NYERI CRIMINAL CASE E006 OF 2021 MA ODERO, J APRIL 17, 2026 BETWEEN REPUBLIC ............................................................................................ PROSECUTOR AND JOSEPH MUNENE MUGEREKI ................................................................ ACCUSED RULING 1. The Accused Joseph Munene Mugereki was charged with the ofience of Murder Contrary to Section 203 as read with Section 204 of the Penal Code. 2. At the close of the prosecution case parties were invited to file written submissions. Counsel for the Accused did not file any submissions. The ODPP filed the written submissions dated 4th March 2026. 3. The prosecution called a total of nine (9) witnesses in support of the case. I have considered the evidence adduced by the Prosecution. I am satisfied that a prima facie case has been established. The Accused will be placed on his defence. DATED IN NYERI THIS 17TH DAY OF APRIL 2026 MAUREEN A. ODERO JUDGE https://new.kenyalaw.org/akn/ke/judgment/kehc/2026/4984/eng@2026-04-17 1
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