
A protected witness, Stephen Maina Nderitu, has died before testifying in the murder case of Albert Ojwang, according to Tuko. The development introduces a new twist because Nderitu was listed as a key witness, with questions now emerging about CCTV evidence and the safety of participants in the trial. The report does not state the cause or circumstances of his death, leaving the implications for proceedings uncertain.
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