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Dr. Victoria Mutiso murder investigation

Overview

The investigation into the murder of Dr. Victoria Mutiso, who was killed by gunmen during a taxi ride in Nairobi’s Upper Hill area, has progressed through the High Court. Initially, the court scheduled a plea hearing for September 29, 2026, for several suspects, including Kimutai Maritim, Rose Mbithe, Angela Mulwa, Chris Mulwa, and Police Constable Elijah Kibelion Kimoi. Justice Alexander Muteti ruled that the proceedings would be held physically following defense requests.

During the scheduled proceedings, the case faced complications as three primary suspects, including Rose Mulwa and her children, alleged they were subjected to physical abuse and torture while in custody. Rose Mulwa testified to being beaten and kicked by officers, resulting in severe health issues, while her son alleged he was beaten and strangled.

Concurrently, defense lawyers Danstan Omari and Cliff Ombeta withdrew from the case. The lawyers cited the suspects' introduction of new allegations involving bribery, torture, and tribalism, which deviated from the established legal strategy.

Entities

Victoria Mutiso · Cliff Ombeta · High Court of Kenya · Rose Mulwa · Danstan Omari

Timeline

  1. 3 days ago

    [CRIME] 5 sources
    Victoria Mutiso murder case: Suspects allege torture as lawyers withdraw

    Suspects in the Dr. Victoria Mutiso murder case have alleged custodial torture and abuse, while their defense lawyers have withdrawn from the case following disagreements over new allegations.

  2. 9 days ago

    [CRIME] 5 sources
    Dr. Victoria Mutiso murder case: Plea hearing set for September 29

    The High Court has set September 29 for the plea hearing of suspects in the murder of Dr. Victoria Mutiso, including Kimutai Maritim and several police officers.

Sources

businesstoday.co.ke · kahawatungu.com · kenyans.co.ke · nairobileo.co.ke · nairobinews.co.ke · newsplex.nation.co.ke · ntvkenya.co.ke · uzalendonews.co.ke · weeklycitizen.co.ke