Nakuru Police Officer Gets 30 Years for Killing His Superior
Justice Julius Nangea rejected Konga’s explanation, stating that while there may have been provocation, the response was intentional and excessive.
Police Constable Jackson Kipkoech Konga has been sentenced to 30 years in prison by the Nakuru High Court for the murder of his superior, Sergeant Christopher Kimeli. Photo/Radio 47.
By Janet Philip
Police Constable Jackson Kipkoech Konga has been sentenced to 30 years in prison by the Nakuru High Court for the murder of his superior, Sergeant Christopher Kimeli.
The fatal shooting took place on August 8, 2023, at the K9 Unit of the Nakuru East sub-county police station after an argument escalated between the two officers.
Konga testified in court that tensions flared that morning when Kimeli questioned him about how two suspects—who had been brought in the night before—were being treated. Konga, who had been on night duty at Gate B, said the suspects were allegedly involved in a theft case.
According to Konga, Kimeli began insulting him and accused him of not knowing his job. He claimed the confrontation became physical when Kimeli allegedly grabbed his gun. In the struggle that followed, Konga said the gun went off, hitting Kimeli in the chest.
But the court heard a different version. Witnesses, including other officers, testified that Konga was visibly angry, cocked his weapon, and walked out of the report office. Kimeli followed him. Moments later, Konga turned and shot him. The incident happened about 50 metres from the station’s main gate.
Justice Julius Nangea rejected Konga’s explanation, stating that while there may have been provocation, the response was intentional and excessive. “There is clear evidence that the accused followed through with the shooting,” the judge said.
After the shooting, Konga reportedly handed over his firearm and told his colleagues, “I’m done with Kimeli. I’m now a civilian.” This statement, along with witness testimonies, supported the prosecution’s case that the shooting was deliberate.
In his ruling, Justice Nangea concluded that the prosecution had proven the murder charge beyond a reasonable doubt, leading to Konga’s 30-year sentence.
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