Police Inspector Kenneth Kipkemboi Sang appeared before the Kibera Law Courts on Thursday, November 12, where he pleaded not guilty to the murder charge. His prosecution marks another significant development in a case that has drawn public attention, particularly because serving police officers are among those accused.
Sang's appearance before the court followed the submission of a medical assessment by the prosecution confirming that he was mentally fit to stand trial. The assessment cleared the way for the murder proceedings against him to begin.
After taking his plea, the court ordered that the inspector be remanded in custody as it awaits consideration of his application for bail and bond. He will therefore remain in custody pending the court's decision on whether he can be released while the case continues.
His charging brings the total number of suspects facing murder charges over Mbobu's death to six. The other accused persons are Rose Mbithe Mulwa, Chris Mulwa, Angela Mulwa, Police Constable Julius Kipkoech Cheruiyot and Police Constable Kennedy Kipkemboi Borboroi.
The five suspects had previously appeared before the Kibera High Court, where they denied the charges brought against them.
The latest development adds to the legal proceedings surrounding the killing of Mbobu, who died in September 2025. Investigations into his death have involved several suspects, with the prosecution now expected to establish the circumstances surrounding the alleged crime and the individual roles of those charged.
The involvement of two police constables and now an inspector has also placed the conduct of serving officers under scrutiny as the case moves through the justice system.
However, the charges against all six suspects remain allegations. Each accused person is presumed innocent unless proven guilty by a court of law.
The prosecution will be expected to present evidence linking the suspects to the murder as the proceedings continue.
With a sixth suspect now before the court, the focus shifts to the evidence that will be presented and the court's determination of the applications made by those facing the charges.
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