Tragedy in court: Magistrate Monica Kivuti dies after being shot by a senior police officer
All courts will remain closed on Tuesday June 18 to mourn Senior Magistrate Monica Kivuti – CJ Koome
Makadara Principal Magistrate Monica Kivuti died from injuries sustained when she was shot by a police officer at the Makadara court last Wednesday. Magistrate Kivuti was shot in the chest and pelvic area by Chief Inspector Samson Kipchirchir Kipruto, head of Londiani Police Station, during an active court hearing.
A bailiff and two other officers, who attempted to remove the magistrate from the scene and secure the courtroom, were also shot and injured during the incident.
According to police, Chief Inspector Kipruto forced his way into the courtroom and opened fire on the magistrate after the court ruled that his wife should be remanded for violating the conditions of his detention. on bail.
The officer’s wife, Jennifer Wairimu, 48, was accused in a case of obtaining money under false pretenses amounting to KSh2.9 million.
Makadara Magistrate Monica Kivuti dies after shooting by senior police officer in court (citizen.digital)
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