Court Issues Directive on Case of Dutchman Who Assaulted Officers in Diani
There was pressure on authorities to deport the Dutchman after videos emerged of him abusing police officers...
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A Dutch national who assaulted Kenyan police officers and is accused of multiple other offences will be detained for an additional 14 days as investigations continue. The court granted the request by Senior Assistant Director of Public Prosecutions (SADPP) Rosemary Nandi, citing the serious nature of the allegations.
- The suspect faces charges including assault, malicious damage to property, resisting arrest, and drug-related offences.
- He was arrested at Boma Banda Cottage in Diani after reportedly assaulting his girlfriend and causing public disturbance.
- Senior Resident Magistrate Joy Mutimba granted the detention order, with the case scheduled for mention on November 13.
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