The High Court in Eldoret has denied bail to Naftali Kinuthia who is accused of murdering Moi University medical student Ivy Wangechi. Justice Stephen Githinji ruled that there were compelling reasons to deny bail, mainly for his own safety and the possibility that he may interfere with evidence if released. The judge also noted many Kenyans were monitoring the case and agreed with the prosecution that releasing the suspect may undermine public confidence in the Judiciary. He said murder is a capital offence and Kinuthia might be a flight risk. Githinji said although bail was a right enshrined in the Constitution, the right to bail was not absolute especially if compelling reasons are availed.

Source: The Star June 18, 2019 03:00 UTC