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Joseph Irungu Convicted in Monica Kimani Murder, Jacque Maribe Acquitted

After a five-year legal battle, a Kenyan court has delivered its verdict, convicting Joseph 'Jowie' Irungu of murder while acquitting former TV anchor Jacque Maribe.

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Overview

  • Joseph Irungu, also known as 'Jowie', was found guilty of murdering businesswoman Monica Kimani in Nairobi, September 2018.
  • Jacque Maribe, a former TV presenter and Irungu's ex-fiancĂ©, was acquitted but faces potential prosecution for providing false information to police.
  • The case, which has captivated Kenya, saw no established motive for Kimani's murder but highlighted Irungu's last known interaction with her.
  • Irungu's conviction follows a series of trial delays and an announced intention to appeal the High Court's decision.
  • Maribe celebrated her acquittal by quoting the Bible, emphasizing the role of truth in her liberation.