Chief Magistrate Susan Shitubi summoned the investigating officer overseeing Francis Gaitho's cybercrime prosecution during court proceedings on July 14, 2025. The magistrate ordered the officer's appearance and postponed the case until August 12, 2025. Gaitho faces accusations of disseminating false information through social media platforms. The influencer has repeatedly failed to attend scheduled court hearings. Senior Principal Magistrate Robinson Ondieki previously issued an arrest warrant on June 30, 2025, after prosecutors requested judicial intervention.
Authorities first detained Gaitho during July 2024 Gen Z demonstrations on charges of spreading misleading content via X platform. Prosecutors allege he falsely claimed that the Directorate of Criminal Investigations had apprehended an incorrect suspect regarding the Kware murders case. Multiple women's bodies were discovered in the Nairobi location, prompting the high-profile investigation. Police arrested Collins Jumaisi for the killings, who allegedly admitted guilt before escaping from Gigiri Police Station. Jumaisi remains a fugitive from law enforcement.
The charge sheet details Gaitho's July 15, 2024, social media post that prosecutors argue presented false claims as factual information. Authorities contend the content could mislead citizens and interfere with judicial processes. A second charge accuses Gaitho of publishing material that potentially endangered an innocent individual. The defendant denied both allegations and secured release through Sh30,000 cash bail. His persistent court absences have prompted additional legal measures to ensure his participation in proceedings.
Authorities first detained Gaitho during July 2024 Gen Z demonstrations on charges of spreading misleading content via X platform. Prosecutors allege he falsely claimed that the Directorate of Criminal Investigations had apprehended an incorrect suspect regarding the Kware murders case. Multiple women's bodies were discovered in the Nairobi location, prompting the high-profile investigation. Police arrested Collins Jumaisi for the killings, who allegedly admitted guilt before escaping from Gigiri Police Station. Jumaisi remains a fugitive from law enforcement.
The charge sheet details Gaitho's July 15, 2024, social media post that prosecutors argue presented false claims as factual information. Authorities contend the content could mislead citizens and interfere with judicial processes. A second charge accuses Gaitho of publishing material that potentially endangered an innocent individual. The defendant denied both allegations and secured release through Sh30,000 cash bail. His persistent court absences have prompted additional legal measures to ensure his participation in proceedings.
