A Lamu court has sentenced a 22-year-old man to 15 years in prison for defiling his 17-year-old cousin. The incident, which occurred on April 19, 2025, involved the man luring his cousin with a promise of money.

• The victim's mother noticed paint on his hair and hands upon his return, leading to the discovery of the assault.
• The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP), through counsel Ahmed Omar Mohamed, prosecuted the case.
• Medical examinations revealed an anal tear, and a P3 form indicated injuries consistent with penetration, dating back three to four days.