Kibera Law Courts administrator one of the accused
#2. September 14th, 2023 (Mention): This matter was in court 1 and Hon. Boaz Mauro Ombewa. The first accused, Arthur Mukira was present but the second accused, Joseph Gwini was absent. Mr Kuria, advocate representing both accused, informed the court that Mr. Gwini was attending a funeral and had asked to appear virtually.
Today’s mention was to prepare for a trial hearing and the IO was expected to be present but had advised the court that he could not attend. With both the IO and second accused absent, the matter was adjourned to September 28th, 2023.
Case Overview
They were jointly found to have in their possession 79 pieces of cut elephant tusks weighing 62 kgs in three sacks. They were being transported by a red Boxer motorcycle. The first accused, Arthur Kisia Mukira, is an administrator at the Kibera law courts.
Presiding Magistrate and Courtroom: Hon. Gideon Kiage Oenga – Principal Magistrate Court 2 Hon. Boaz Mauro Ombewa – Senior Principal Magistrate Court 1 | |
State Counsel: K. Kimau | Advocates for the Accused: Kuria |
Accused: Arthur Kisha Mukira Joseph Soteh Gwini | |
Charged:
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Date of Arrest: 2023-08-30 | Date of Arraignment: 2023-08-31 |
Location of Arrest: Rubis petrol station – Mukuru Kwa Njenga Eastem bypass | Contraband Seized: 62 kg (79 pcs) |
Proceedings
#1. August 31st, 2023 (Plea): This is the first appearance in Kahawa Courtroom 1 before Senior Principal Magistrate Ombewa. Both accused pleaded not guilty. It will be mentioned again on September 14th.
