By CHARLES WANYORO More by this AuthorA Meru court has ordered a government agency to compensate a lawyer Sh7.7 million for wrongful arrest, malicious prosecution and imprisonment. Consequently, the lawyer filed a case at the Tigania Law Courts seeking compensation for wrongful arrest, illegal imprisonment and malicious prosecution. During the hearing Mr Sogomo heard how during the arrest, the officers harassed and embarrassed Mr Mbogo in the presence of other road users, his passengers and clients. Mr Sogomo then awarded the lawyer Sh7.7 million as compensation and costs of the case and interests. Mr Mbogo indicated that he will move to execute the decree after expiry of two weeks if he will not have been paid by then.

Source: Daily Nation July 22, 2020 10:50 UTC