In a long-awaited verdict, the family of the late Monica Kimani expressed profound relief as the High Court found Jowie Irungu guilty of her murder, bringing closure to a six-year ordeal marked by anguish and uncertainty.
Monica's brother, George, conveyed the family's sentiments, describing their emotions as a mix of relief and gratitude for the culmination of a protracted legal battle. "We feel justice has been served. We are relieved. The six years of waiting have been crazy. It took an emotional toll on us," George remarked, echoing the sentiments of many who had awaited this moment for years.
Friday's ruling delivered by Justice Grace Nzioka left no room for doubt, as she meticulously detailed the sequence of events leading to Monica's tragic demise. According to the court, Jowie Irungu meticulously planned the murder, stealing an ID, arming himself with a firearm, and disguising himself in traditional attire to gain access to Monica's apartment, where he committed the heinous act.
Drawing on compelling evidence presented by the prosecution, Justice Nzioka affirmed that Jowie's actions left no doubt as to his culpability in Monica's murder. "All this evidence taken leaves a strong conclusion that Irungu murdered Monica Kimani," she asserted, underscoring the prosecution's success in meeting the threshold of proof beyond a reasonable doubt.
In delivering the guilty verdict, Justice Nzioka emphasized the gravity of the offense, categorically stating, "I find Jowie guilty as charged herein of the offence of murder." The ruling, which followed a thorough examination of the evidence, marked a pivotal moment in the quest for justice for Monica Kimani and her grieving loved ones.
As the judicial process unfolds, Monica's family finds solace in the acknowledgment of their beloved's tragic fate and the accountability imposed upon her assailant. In the wake of the verdict, they stand united in their resolve to honor Monica's memory and advocate for a society where justice prevails, no matter the obstacles encountered along the way.