The suspect, who arrived in Kenya in 2022, is wanted by the U.S. District Court for the District of Minnesota on charges of Third-Degree Murder, Manslaughter, and several drug-related offences.
During a recent court mention at Milimani Law Courts, the accused confirmed his willingness to cooperate.
During a recent court mention at Milimani Law Courts, the accused confirmed his willingness to cooperate.
“Yes, Your Honor, and I would like to go back as soon as possible,” he told the presiding magistrate.
Previously, he had indicated that he would not oppose the extradition process, which now clears the way for a swift transfer to Minnesota to face trial under U.S. law.
Under Kenyan law, foreigners who commit crimes within the country are prosecuted according to the Penal Code (Cap. 63).
Under Kenyan law, foreigners who commit crimes within the country are prosecuted according to the Penal Code (Cap. 63).
Additionally, they may face deportation under the Kenya Citizenship and Immigration Act (Cap. 172) following a conviction or if found in violation of immigration regulations.
While holding a U.S. passport does not provide immunity from foreign legal proceedings, U.S. authorities also have the option to prosecute their citizens abroad under certain circumstances, especially when crimes fall under federal jurisdiction.
While holding a U.S. passport does not provide immunity from foreign legal proceedings, U.S. authorities also have the option to prosecute their citizens abroad under certain circumstances, especially when crimes fall under federal jurisdiction.
These include specific serious offences, such as child sex crimes abroad, murder of internationally protected persons, and other crimes where Congress grants extraterritorial jurisdiction.
The case illustrates the cooperative legal framework between Kenya and the United States in handling international criminal matters.
The case illustrates the cooperative legal framework between Kenya and the United States in handling international criminal matters.
By consenting to extradition, the suspect avoids lengthy disputes and ensures that the trial will proceed under the jurisdiction of the U.S. legal system.
Officials have confirmed that the case will be mentioned again on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, as preparations for the transfer and legal proceedings continue.
Officials have confirmed that the case will be mentioned again on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, as preparations for the transfer and legal proceedings continue.
Authorities from both countries are expected to coordinate closely to ensure the suspect is safely returned to the United States to face justice.
Extradition agreements like this serve as important mechanisms for international law enforcement.
Extradition agreements like this serve as important mechanisms for international law enforcement.
They ensure that criminals cannot evade prosecution simply by crossing national borders. They also demonstrate Kenya’s commitment to upholding international legal obligations and cooperating with foreign jurisdictions in matters of serious crime.
This case follows several other high-profile international legal matters in Kenya, highlighting the country’s role in global law enforcement cooperation.
This case follows several other high-profile international legal matters in Kenya, highlighting the country’s role in global law enforcement cooperation.
For U.S. authorities, the extradition of this suspect ensures that justice can be pursued according to the laws of Minnesota, with due process observed at every stage of the trial.