How court arrived at Jowie's death sentence in Monica Kimani murder case

The court ruled out a non-custodial sentence for the accused, asserting that the death penalty was the only appropriate response, subject to any legal changes by a higher court.

She characterized the murder as an act of "utter insanity," referring to a probation report that depicted Jowie as volatile, impulsive, and prone to aggression, suggesting a complex personality.

The autopsy confirmed that Kimani died from extensive neck injuries without any provocation on her part.

Justice Nzioka's ruling was based on several key findings, including:

1. Jowie used a fraudulent ID to gain entry into Kimani's residence.

2. He acquired a firearm under pretenses to confront Kimani, despite denying any prior relationship.

3. The investigation revealed previous interactions between Jowie and Kimani, including shared classes at Kenya Polytechnic and exchanges on Instagram.

Monica Kimani's life was tragically cut short in her apartment on the evening of September 19, 2018.

Capital punishment has remained legal in Kenya since independence. However, no execution has been carried out since 1987, leaving thousands on death row.

In December 2017, the Supreme Court of Kenya declared the mandatory death penalty unconstitutional.