Murder Suspect Khalusha Alleges Police Torture for Confession

Collins Jumaisi Khalusha, suspected of killing at least 42 women and dismembering their bodies before dumping them at a quarry in Kware area of Embakasi South, has accused police of brutality following his arrest on Monday.

Khalusha, represented by lawyer John Maina Ndegwa, claimed he was tortured into confessing to the murders. He pleaded with the court to grant him access to medical care.

“My client, as he sits there, is in dire need of urgent medical attention…for reasons that the period under detention, he was subjected to molestation, torture and the confession that the public is being treated to having murdered 42 persons is laughable,” argued Ndegwa before the Makadara Law Courts.

“My client has been subjected to horrendous inhuman mistreatment so that he can confess to issues which are alien to him. I pray that the court directs for urgent medical attention even as they do their investigations.”

However, the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) dismissed the abuse allegations, stating that only one police officer was present to record the suspect’s statement.

The DCI requested Khalusha’s detention for 30 days to complete their investigation into the murders, arguing that releasing him could lead to further criminal activities.

They also informed the court of the need for additional time to locate scattered witnesses and victims’ families nationwide. The investigation requires DNA sampling, an identification parade, and a mental assessment of the suspect.

In contrast, the defense argued for a 14-day detention period, advocating for a shorter timeline to continue the investigation.

“Much of what has been adduced before this court is just mere speculation and apprehension, and so my client still has a right to bail. There is nothing concrete that has been tabled before this court,” argued lawyer Ndegwa.

“Whereas the IO and prosecution have the right to conduct investigations, my client under Article 50 has a right of fair trial and they cannot have all the time they wish in this world. We will not be conceding to the 30 days, we will be asking for 14 days.”

Principle Magistrate Irene Gichobi ruled for the suspect to be detained at any police station for the requested 30 days in order to complete investigations.