Kenya: DPP Secures Conviction of Three Kamiti Prison Officers in 2021 Terrorist Escape

Nairobi — The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) has secured the conviction of three Kamiti Maximum Prison officers for their role in the 2021 escape of convicted terrorists.

Delivering his judgment at Kahawa Law Court, Senior Principal Magistrate Boaz Ombewa described the escape as well-planned and highly coordinated, emphasizing the gravity of the officers’ misconduct.

The convicted officers, Robert Kipkirui Soi, Kaikai Talengo Moses, and Willy Wambua, were found guilty of multiple offences…