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Suspected sex workers killer is mentally fit to stand trial

Aston Wachira at the Nakuru High Court yesterday where he was not allowed to take a plea until February 8. He is suspected to be behind the killing of commercial sex workers in the town. [PHOTO: BONIFACE THUKU/Standard]

A 32-year-old man accused of killing commercial sex workers is mentally fit to stand trial.

The High Court was yesterday told that Aston Wachira, who caused a stir when he first appeared in court two weeks ago, was of sound mind and capable to follow court proceedings as well as defend himself against the murder charge.

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