
The prosecution has closed its case in the inquest into the shooting death of Rex Maasai in Kenya. According to Capital FM, prosecutor Makori told the court that 30 witnesses had testified and been cross-examined by the parties involved in the inquest. The inquest seeks to establish the circumstances surrounding Maasai's death, and proceedings will continue as the court considers the evidence presented.
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