The high-profile trial surrounding the murder of former Kenyan marathon star Samson Kandie has taken a chilling turn. A lawyer representing Kandie’s family now says he fears for his safety after allegedly receiving persistent and unsettling phone calls from a key suspect in the case.
Highlights:
- Kandie family lawyer reports harassment by a murder suspect.
- The suspect is accused of making repeated threatening phone calls.
- The murder trial involves three suspects and is ongoing in court.
- Lawyer says the calls are causing him psychological distress.
- The victim, Samson Kandie, was a retired athlete known for his marathon success.
Main Story:
A tense atmosphere has gripped the courtroom in the murder trial of Samson Kandie, as the family’s lawyer now alleges that his life may be in danger.
The lawyer, whose name was not immediately disclosed, revealed during a court session that he has been receiving repeated phone calls from one of the primary suspects in the case. He described the calls as not only invasive but deeply disturbing, prompting him to fear for his safety.
Kandie, a celebrated former marathoner, was found murdered in circumstances that shocked the athletics community and the wider public. Three suspects were later arrested and charged in connection with the crime.
According to the lawyer, the suspect’s phone calls have caused significant psychological strain and raised serious concerns about witness tampering and intimidation during the judicial process.
The court has been informed of the ongoing harassment, with the lawyer urging the authorities to take immediate action to ensure his safety and maintain the integrity of the case.
The judge has yet to issue an official directive regarding the allegations, but the claims have cast a shadow over the proceedings.
As the case continues to unfold, questions are being raised about the safety of legal representatives and the influence of suspects still managing to reach out to parties involved in the trial.
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