Lawyers withdraw from Dr Victoria Mutiso murder case amid courtroom drama
Defence lawyers stunned the court by asking to withdraw from the case.
Prosecutors have opposed the release on bail of five suspects accused of murdering Dr Victoria Nthunya Mutiso, citing risks such as witness interference, evidence destruction, collusion, and flight. The Directorate of Criminal Investigations and the Director of Public Prosecution argue compelling reasons exist to keep the accused in custody pending trial.
The investigation links the murder to a dispute over a 20-acre property in Mlolongo involving the deceased, her husband, and the five suspects. Prosecutors allege that the suspects planned and facilitated the killing, conducting surveillance, gathering personal information, and coordinating communications and logistics. They also found evidence, including a notebook with the deceased's Uber vehicle details, SIM cards, and photographs.
The fourth suspect, a police officer, allegedly fired the fatal shot and tried to destroy forensic evidence by burning his clothes. Prosecutors argue that the accused's continued freedom could enable them to interfere with witnesses, destroy evidence, and hinder investigations.
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