Naema Tandao 
| Faith Nyongesa |
The incident occurred during a court session at the Makadara Law Courts in Nairobi, where Principal Magistrate Monica Kivuti was presiding over a case.
According to witnesses, an altercation broke out between the magistrate and a police officer inside the courtroom. The officer, who was later identified as the husband of the accused in the case, allegedly opened fire on the magistrate.
Tragically, Magistrate Kivuti sustained fatal gunshot wounds and succumbed to her injuries at the scene. The officer’s actions were met with swift response from court orderlies, who managed to apprehend him before he could cause further harm.
The motive behind this sudden act of violence remains unknown, and detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations have been dispatched to the scene to conduct a thorough investigation. They will be looking into the background of the accused and her relationship with the officer, as well as any possible motives for the attack.
The incident has raised concerns about the safety of judges and magistrates in the country, as they often handle high-stakes cases that can lead to intense emotions and tensions. Calls for increased security measures and better protection for judicial officers have been made in the wake of this tragic event.
As the investigation unfolds, the nation waits for answers and justice for Magistrate Kivuti. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers faced by those in the legal profession and the need for improved security measures to ensure the safety of judicial officers.
