Confusion over Wanjigi Gun Cases

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The office of Director of Public Prosecution has not withdrawn gun-related charges against former Cabinet Minister Maina Wanjigi and his son businessman Jimi Wanjigi.

When the matter was mentioned before Nyeri Chief Magistrate Wendy Kagendo on Friday, State Counsel Emma Gicheha said she had not received any instructions from the Director of Public Prosecution (DPP) on the withdrawal.

Ms Gicheha said this in response to a submission by the businessman’s lawyer, Kiogora Mugambi, who had told the court that he had information the cases would be terminated.

Mr Mugambi said when the judicial review applications pending before the High Court in Nairobi came up for mention on July 24, the DPP informed the judge that he was no longer interested in pursuing the matter.

“I came to Nyeri with the expectation that all charges relating to criminal proceedings against the businessman and his associates had been dropped,” lawyer Mugambi stated.

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