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HomeDaily NewsWednesday, September 24, 2025Legal Developments in Kericho MCA Case, Agnes Wanjiru Murder, and Baby Pendo Trial - September 2025
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Legal Developments in Kericho MCA Case, Agnes Wanjiru Murder, and Baby Pendo Trial - September 2025

Four Members of County Assembly (MCAs) in Kericho County have been suspended for 90 days after being caught on CCTV allegedly stoning Governor Eric Mutai's office and the county assembly building on August 15. In a separate case, the Federation of Women Lawyers (FIDA) is urging Kenya and the United Kingdom to expedite the extradition of a British soldier linked to the 2012 murder of Agnes Wanjiru, seeking prosecution in a Kenyan court. Meanwhile, the High Court in Nairobi has ordered the transfer of the Baby Samantha Pendo murder trial from Nairobi to Kisumu, citing the convenience of witnesses and crime scenes. The court also directed the National Police Service Commission to facilitate the transport and subsistence for the accused officers.

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MCAs Caught on CCTV Stoning Governor's Office

MCAs Caught on CCTV Stoning Governor's Office

Four Members of County Assembly (MCAs) in Kericho County have been suspended for 90 days after being caught on CCTV allegedly stoning Governor Eric Mutai's office and the county assembly building on August 15. The incident occurred during the governor's impeachment process, which was ultimately rejected by the Senate.

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Four Members of County Assembly (MCAs) in Kericho County have been suspended for 90 days after being caught on CCTV allegedly stoning Governor Eric Mutai's office and the county assembly building on August 15. The incident occurred during the governor's impeachment process, which was ultimately rejected by the Senate.

  • Four MCAs suspended: Paul Bii, Irene Chebet, Noela Opile, and Fancy Korir.
  • The damage occurred during the impeachment proceedings against Governor Eric Mutai, which the Senate rejected on August 29.
  • The Majority Leader, Philip Rono, confirmed the suspensions for misconduct, with others required to apologize to the Powers and Privileges Committee.
Wednesday 9:49 AMCapital NewsFirst

Court moves Baby Pendo case to Kisumu, orders Police Commission to facilitate accused officers

Court moves Baby Pendo case to Kisumu, orders Police Commission to facilitate accused officers

The High Court in Nairobi has ordered the transfer of the Baby Samantha Pendo murder trial from Nairobi to Kisumu, citing the convenience of witnesses and crime scenes. Justice Kanyi Kimondo directed the National Police Service Commission (NPSC) to facilitate the accused officers' transport and subsistence.

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The High Court in Nairobi has ordered the transfer of the Baby Samantha Pendo murder trial from Nairobi to Kisumu, citing the convenience of witnesses and crime scenes. Justice Kanyi Kimondo directed the National Police Service Commission (NPSC) to facilitate the accused officers' transport and subsistence.

  • The trial involves four interdicted police officers: John Chengo Masha, Linah Kogey, Cyprine Robi Wankio, and James Rono, accused of murdering six-month-old Baby Samantha Pendo in 2017.
  • The ODPP requested the transfer in June 2025, arguing it would ease access for over 80 witnesses predominantly located in Kisumu.
  • A warrant of arrest remains in force for the 11th accused, Mohammed Baa, who has not appeared since the case began in 2022.
Wednesday 10:42 AMCapital News

FIDA wants expeditious extradition of British soldier implicated in murder

FIDA wants expeditious extradition of British soldier implicated in murder

The Federation of Women Lawyers (FIDA) is urging Kenya and the United Kingdom to expedite the extradition of a British soldier linked to the 2012 murder of Agnes Wanjiru. FIDA believes prosecuting the suspect in a Kenyan court will affirm Kenya's commitment to the rule of law and protect women's dignity.

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The Federation of Women Lawyers (FIDA) is urging Kenya and the United Kingdom to expedite the extradition of a British soldier linked to the 2012 murder of Agnes Wanjiru. FIDA believes prosecuting the suspect in a Kenyan court will affirm Kenya's commitment to the rule of law and protect women's dignity.

  • An arrest warrant was issued by the High Court for the unnamed British national earlier this month.
  • Agnes Wanjiru's body was discovered in a septic tank three months after she was last seen with British soldiers in Nanyuki.
  • Justice Alexander Muteti confirmed that prosecutors provided sufficient evidence for the suspect to face trial in Kenya.
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