Automated Summary
Key Facts
ADEY ABDI ROBO faces a murder charge under Sections 203 and 204 of the Penal Code. The court established a prima facie case against the accused based on evidence from six prosecution witnesses and directed the accused to answer to the charge. The ruling was issued on 16th December 2013 in Mombasa High Court, with a defense hearing scheduled for 18th February 2014.
Issues
Whether the accused committed murder as per Sections 203 and 204 of the Penal Code
Holdings
The accused ADEY ABDI ROBO faces a charge of MURDER CONTRARY TO SECTION 203 as read with SECTION 204 OF THE PENAL CODE. I have carefully considered the evidence adduced by the six (6) prosecution witnesses. I am satisfied that a prima facie case has been established against the accused. I therefore direct that the accused shall answer to the charge.
Legal Principles
The court determined that the prosecution established a prima facie case against the accused under Sections 203 and 204 of the Penal Code, satisfying the burden of proof required to proceed with the murder charge.
Cited Statute
Penal Code
Judge Name
M. ODERO
Passage Text
The accused ADEY ABDI ROBO faces a charge of MURDER CONTRARY TO SECTION 203 as read with SECTION 204 OF THE PENAL CODE. I have carefully considered the evidence adduced by the six (6) prosecution witnesses. I am satisfied that a prima facie case has been established against the accused. I therefore direct that the accused shall answer to the charge.