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During the trial, it emerged that the accused, initially released on bond, fled in February 2024, causing delays in the court proceedings. He was eventually recaptured and returned to face justice, ensuring the case reached a decisive conclusion.
Represented by lawyer Raphael Okubo, parents expressed disappointment, saying they had not received any official communication from the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) or other government agencies about the case.
Investigating Officer Karanja told Milimani Senior Principal Magistrate Benmark Ekhubi on Wednesday that it was the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) that filed the case, contrary to public belief that President Ruto had personally done so.
The court found Joseph Ndichu Gitau guilty after compelling forensic and witness evidence linked him to the brutal attack and theft of a woman’s belongings at Gatei village, Kiambu County, in January 2025.
The DPP disclosed that documentation for the extradition of Robert James Purkiss had been forwarded to the Office of the Attorney General and officially received on October 9, 2025.
The DPP added that traditional prosecution methods often fail to consider the emotional and psychological strain victims of defilement face. He urged prosecutors to balance legal rigor with humanity, ensuring that every case is handled with care, empathy, and full adherence to the Constitution and human rights principles.
In a statement issued by the ODPP on Monday, October 13, 2025, Oduor was charged with dangerous overtaking contrary to Rule 73(4) as read with Rule 99 of the Traffic Rules under CAP 403, Laws of Kenya.
In a statement issued by the ODPP on October 10, 2025, the court heard that on various dates between July 17, 2023 and July 19, 2023, at Nakwamkwi in Turkana Central Sub-County, the man lured the two young girls to his house by offering them yoghurt and sweets.
The chemicals, seized in September 2024, were recovered following a coordinated operation targeting a transnational criminal network operating in Namanga.
Over the years, the PLEAD programme has strengthened both the operational and institutional capacity of the ODPP through targeted interventions. These include the formulation and publication of crucial policy documents and prosecutorial guidelines aimed at streamlining legal processes and enhancing transparency.
According to the ODPP statement released on October 9, 2025, the court heard that on March 13, 2024, around 10 am, the girl was sent by her mother to buy pampers at a nearby shop in Tezo. Murimi and another man intercepted her, gagged her, and dragged her into a bush where they assaulted her before fleeing the scene.
This development followed a request from the State Prosecutor, who asked the court to allow the NCIC to examine the matter and provide guidance before any further legal proceedings take place.