The trial of a case involving businessman Edwin Ochieng Oduk, accused of defrauding a French national, William Tuil, of $59,994 (equivalent to at least Sh9 million) under the pretense of selling gemstones in Qatar, has been adjourned to July 29.
Edwin Ochieng Oduk faces charges of fraudulent activity, specifically deceiving William Tuil, a French businessman, by falsely claiming his ability to supply gemstones. The case, originally slated for a hearing before Kibera senior magistrate Christine Njagi (pictured), did not proceed due to the reported unwellness of the complainant, who is currently out of the country.
A senior state prosecutor requested the adjournment, citing the complainant’s health condition, and further proposed that the French national be allowed to testify virtually during the upcoming hearing. Magistrate Christine Njagi approved the request, directing that the case would be conducted virtually on July 29, 2024.
