Man Who Killed Ex-Wife for Refusing to Return Gifts After Break-up Sentenced
A man convicted of murdering his ex-wife has been sentenced to 30 years in prison by the Kibera High Court.
The prosecution team, led by counsel Peris Maina, successfully proved beyond reasonable doubt that the convict murdered his 24-year-old ex-wife in 2018, leading to the harsh sentence.
Judge Diana Mochache, delivering the verdict, highlighted the convict’s lack of remorse and consistent denial of the crime despite clear evidence against him.
The convict’s claim that the deceased had stabbed herself was dismissed as invalid by the court.
During the trial, five witnesses presented evidence, with eyewitnesses vividly recounting the events that led to the crime.
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One witness revealed that the convict confronted the victim after learning about her plans to marry her new partner, demanding the return of gifts he had previously given her.
The confrontation escalated when the victim hesitated, prompting the convict to grab a kitchen knife and fatally stab her.
After committing the crime, the convict fled but was swiftly apprehended by a crowd responding to the victim’s cries for help.
The prosecution further established a history of documented disputes between the convict and his ex-wife, underscoring the toxic relationship.
The victim’s family, speaking during the hearings, expressed profound grief, describing her as a respectful, promising young woman whose loss was devastating.
This ruling comes amid increasing calls for the government to intensify efforts to combat gender-based violence (GBV), with human rights groups urging President William Ruto to declare femicide a national crisis.
Data from the National Police Service (NPS) reveals that 97 women were killed in femicide-related incidents between August and October 2024, highlighting the urgent need for action.
Man Who Killed Ex-Wife for Refusing to Return Gifts After Break-up Sentenced
