Under the Penal Code, the suspects will be charged with murder, manslaughter and assault causing grievous bodily harm. Read: Children who died in Kenya cult massacre identifiedSuspected Kilifi cult leader Mackenzie and his 29 associates have been in custody since May last year over the deaths. Read: Kenya jails cult leader MackenzieA further 66 people who were rescued from the forest are also in prison pending investigations into their role in the massacre. Speaking at his office, Mr Siele said the second batch would be charged with various offences, including child offences, next week. "The suspects will be formally charged in various courts in Shanzu, Malindi and Tononoka Court in Mombasa for child offences," he said.

Source: Daily Nation January 16, 2024 14:02 UTC