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Created on :Mar 15, 2024

Joseph Irungu Files Notice Of Appeal Against His Death Sentence

Joseph Irungu, famously known as Jowie, has lodged a notice of appeal against the High Court's ruling that condemned him to death for the murder of businesswoman Monica Kimani in 2018. The document revealed to media outlines Jowie's intention to contest both his conviction and the subsequent sentencing handed down by Lady Justice Grace Nzioka.

In the notice, Jowie, represented by his advocate Andrew Muge, specifies his appeal against the decisions made by Justice Nzioka on February 9, 2024, wherein he was convicted of murder and subsequently sentenced to death on March 13, 2024. The appeal primarily targets the conviction and the ensuing sentence.

Jowie, determined to attend the appeal hearing, was found guilty of the brutal murder of Monica Kimani at her Lamuria Gardens apartment, leading to his conviction and the subsequent death penalty. Justice Nzioka, in delivering the maximum sentence, emphasized that the severity of the punishment was commensurate with the egregious nature of the crime, which tragically claimed the life of 29-year-old Monica.

The judge cited the compelling evidence presented during the trial and Jowie's character as decisive factors in her sentencing decision. The appeal against the conviction and sentence signals Jowie's persistence in challenging the court's ruling and seeking legal recourse in the appellate process.

As the legal battle unfolds, the case continues to captivate public attention, underscoring the gravity of the crime and the pursuit of justice for the victim and her family. Jowie's appeal represents a pivotal moment in the judicial process, with significant implications for the outcome of the case and the broader discourse surrounding criminal justice in Kenya.