The Director of Public Prosecution (DPP) has issued directives after Police Constable, Nicholas Musyoka Musau based in Nakuru Central Police Station shot four people at Loritas Liquor Club popularly known as Vegas Club, Nakuru County.
In an incident which occurred on the night of December 12, 2023, the police constable killed two people while the other two were left nursing serious gunshot injuries.
Following a thorough investigation, the DPP has directed that the police officer be charged with two counts of murder.
"Having reviewed the inquiry file, the DPP is satisfied that there is sufficient evidence to sustain a charge of murder. The DPP has therefore directed that the suspect be charged with two counts of murder contrary to Section 203 as read with Section 204 of the Penal Code today, 10th January 2024 at Nakuru High Court, Nakuru County," DPP's statement read in part.
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The levelling of murder charges followed recommendations from the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA).
IPOA's file submitted to DPP established the officer murdered the two at the club in Nakuru.
Preliminary reports indicated the officer disagreed with one of the waiters over a bill. The incident attracted uproar with the families of the victims demanding justice.
However, the DPP has vowed to collaborate with IPOA to serve justice.
"The DPP reiterates his endeavor to continue the coordination, cooperation and collaboration with Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) into the foreseeable future in order to enhance accountability, efficiency and expeditiousness in the prosecution of similar cases within the criminal justice system," DPP wrote.
