Former High Court judge Joseph Mutava and three other suspects have been granted cash bail of KSh200,000 each as investigations continue into allegations of bribery linked to a commercial dispute before the High Court.
The suspects were released on bail pending the completion of investigations following their arrest in a coordinated operation conducted by detectives on Monday.
Arrest Linked to Alleged KSh10.4 Million Bribe
According to investigators, the arrest of Mutava followed a complaint alleging that the former judge had solicited a bribe of KSh10.4 million in exchange for influencing the outcome of a commercial case pending before the High Court.
Authorities say the alleged scheme involved attempts to improperly influence the judicial process, raising concerns about integrity within legal and dispute resolution systems.
Mutava was expected to appear in court on Tuesday, but detectives indicated that he will not be arraigned immediately as investigators continue collecting evidence related to the claims.
Three Other Suspects Arrested
Three additional individuals were arrested alongside the former judge during the operation. They include:
- Advocate Kimani Wachira
- Auctioneer Kennedy Ngambau Mulwa
- Tom Awili
Authorities believe the three may have played roles in the alleged bribery arrangement.
Following the arrests, the suspects were taken in for questioning as detectives recorded statements and reviewed documents and other materials believed to be connected to the investigation.
Investigation File to Be Submitted to Prosecutors
Investigators say inquiries are ongoing, with detectives continuing to gather evidence and analyze information linked to the allegations.
Once the investigation is complete, the file will be forwarded to the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP), which will review the findings and determine whether formal charges should be filed against the suspects.
The case has drawn public attention given Mutava’s former position in the judiciary and the broader implications it could have for accountability and integrity within Kenya’s legal system.
Authorities have emphasized that the suspects remain innocent until proven guilty, with further legal action dependent on the outcome of the ongoing investigation.
