A magistrate has given prosecutors just three days to hand over evidence against a man accused of stealing 356 million shillings from his company. Dolphina Alego from Milimani court made the demand after defense lawyers complained about delays. The judge warned she would not accept any more excuses from the prosecution team. Honey Khatwani faces charges of taking the massive sum from OKI General Trading Limited where he works as a director. The case centers around alleged theft from the Baba Dogo business.
Defense lawyer Kennedy Echesa told the court his client had been waiting weeks for basic evidence. He said prosecutors had filed charges but failed to share any documents with the defense team. Prosecutor Victor Awiti admitted the papers would be ready but asked for extra time to prepare everything properly. Magistrate Alego rejected the request and set Thursday as the final deadline for compliance.
Khatwani currently remains free after paying 5 million shillings in cash bail. The court will review the case again on July 10 to check if prosecutors have met their obligations. Legal experts say such delays are common but can harm the prosecution's case if evidence is not properly organized. The hefty bail amount reflects the serious nature of the fraud allegations against the company director.
Defense lawyer Kennedy Echesa told the court his client had been waiting weeks for basic evidence. He said prosecutors had filed charges but failed to share any documents with the defense team. Prosecutor Victor Awiti admitted the papers would be ready but asked for extra time to prepare everything properly. Magistrate Alego rejected the request and set Thursday as the final deadline for compliance.
Khatwani currently remains free after paying 5 million shillings in cash bail. The court will review the case again on July 10 to check if prosecutors have met their obligations. Legal experts say such delays are common but can harm the prosecution's case if evidence is not properly organized. The hefty bail amount reflects the serious nature of the fraud allegations against the company director.
