#5. June 25th, 2024 (Hearing): The court set a mention date of September 12th for mention.
Case Overview
Presiding Magistrate and Court: Hon. Jane Kamau – Chief Magistrate | |
State Counsel: | Advocates for the Accused: |
Accused: 1. Jeremiah Tukuo 2. Gilbert Loishorua | |
Charges: 1.Possesion of wildlife trophy of contrary to section 92 (4) as read with section 105 of WCMA | |
Date of Arrest: 2024-03-18 | Date of Arraignment: 2024-03-19 |
Location of Arrest: National Oil petrol station near Isinya town. | Contraband Seized: 56 kg (24 pcs) |
PROCEEDINGS
#4. June 20th, 2024 (Hearing):This attendance was missed due to late updating by Kajiado court. It is doubtful, however, that the hearing took place. The matter was adjourned to June 25th for hearing.
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#3. June 18th, 2024 (Hearing): The scheduled hearing did not take place due to a day of mourning for all courts across the country regarding the shooting death of a Makadara magistrate. This matter was later adjourned to June 20th for hearing.
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#2 April 4th, 2024 (Mention): The matter was coming up for pre trial before Hon. Jane Kamau and Ms. Borr for the prosecution. Present in court were the two accused persons, defence council, and the investigating officer.
The defence council made an application to recover the seized motorbike and two mobile phones.
The IO informed the court that the accused signed a consent and the phones were taken for forensic analysis. The court further advised that regarding the motorbike release, an affidavit would need to be submitted requiring such.
The matter will continue with two witnesses and the next hearing date is scheduled for June 18th, 2024.
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#1.March 19th, 2024 (Plea): The two accused pleaded not guilty. A mention date has been slated for April 4th, 2024.
