Jacque Maribe, a former presenter at Citizen TV, faced a moment of distress during her murder trial alongside ex-boyfriend Joseph Irungu, also known as Jowie.
The verdict, initially anticipated on December 15, 2023, has now been adjourned until January 26 of the following year, intensifying the suspense surrounding this high-profile case.
As the tension mounted in Milimani High Court’s courtroom 18, Ms. Maribe visibly overwhelmed, made a dramatic exit, only to collapse while descending the stairs.
With the support of family members, she regained composure, opting to sit on the stairs, visibly shaken.
The emotional turmoil reached a peak as her mother and other relatives broke into tears witnessing the ordeal.
Escorted out of the court, Jacque found solace in a car where an emergency meeting unfolded with family members and defense lawyer Katwa Kigen.
Swiftly departing in a Mercedes Benz, she disappeared from the scene, leaving onlookers intrigued about the unfolding events.
Notable personalities, including former State House Director of Communications Dennis Itumbi, were present at the court.
However, this marks the second instance of the case being postponed due to unavoidable circumstances, adding to the complexity of an already intricate legal saga.
Judge Grace Nzioka, citing insufficient time for preparation after receiving evidence on December 11, 2023, made the decision to shift the verdict announcement.
Maribe and Jowie, accused in the September 2018 murder of Monica Kimani, find themselves in an anxious state awaiting the court’s judgment.
As uncertainty looms over the case, Maribe’s distress reached a breaking point, and she fainted on the veranda, questioning, “When will I get justice?” The emotional toll was evident, and with each delay, her frustration deepened.
Accompanied by her family, the former TV presenter was escorted outside and departed in a Mercedes-Benz car, marking another twist in this rollercoaster of emotions.
The prolonged legal saga continues, leaving the defendants and their families in suspense until the next scheduled court appearance.
The narrative of this high-profile trial, marked by unexpected turns and emotional upheavals, remains a focal point, captivating the attention of the public and legal observers alike.
