A man has been charged with robbery with violence and assault following an incident involving a female comedian during a cultural festival at Nairobi's Carnivore Gardens.
Bernard Kipkosgei Koyumi, alias Pavillion Motiryot, appeared before the Kibera Law Court on Tuesday. There, he faced charges stemming from events that occurred during the Kutit Cultural Festival on August 9, 2025.
According to a statement released by the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) on Tuesday, August 12, the accused is alleged to have robbed comedian Carren Chepchumba, known professionally as Bella Comedy, of Ksh30,000 in cash and a Redmi 14 Pro mobile phone valued at Ksh26,000.
"The court heard that the accused person robbed Carren Chepchumba, alias Bella Comedy, of Ksh. 30,000 in cash and a Redmi 14 Pro mobile phone valued at KSh. 26,000 during the Kutit Festival at Carnivore Gardens on 9th August 2025," DPP said in a statement.
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The court heard that the incident occurred at around 8:00 PM on August 9, 2025, at the Carnivore Grounds in Langata Sub-County. Bella Comedy had attended the Kutit cultural event where she met other content creators and was enjoying music while creating online content.
It was during this content creation session that she encountered the accused person. The prosecution alleges that Motiryot dragged the comedian and assaulted her with kicks and blows, causing multiple injuries to her leg, stomach, and chest.
In addition to the robbery charges, Motiryot faces a separate charge of assault causing actual bodily harm for the physical injuries inflicted on the victim.
Appearing before Principal Magistrate Njagi, Motiryot pleaded not guilty to all charges. The court granted him release on a bond of Ksh500,000.
The case has been scheduled for mention on August 18, 2025, when further proceedings will be determined.
