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March 12, 2026
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High Court Orders Release of Man Detained Over Currency Mutilation Allegation

High Court Orders Release of Man Detained Over Currency Mutilation Allegation

The judge intervened after Nyagwaya’s lawyer, Oguso, moved to the High Court seeking a revision of the lower court’s order. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..

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The High Court of Kenya in Kisumu has ordered the immediate release of Maximillan Motai Nyagwaya, who was detained over allegations of mutilating currency notes.

  • The court ruled that Nyagwaya's detention violated constitutional provisions protecting suspects accused of minor offences.
  • The offence of mutilating currency carries a maximum penalty of three months' imprisonment or a fine of Sh2,000.
  • The Directorate of Criminal Investigations had arrested Nyagwaya following investigations into alleged misuse of banknotes, including flaunting acts on TikTok.

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