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Police officer Katitu sentenced to 15 years imprisonment for murder

Crime-buster Titus Ngamau alias Katitu in the dock at a Milimani court. (File, Standard)

A popular police officer Titus Musila, alias Katitu whose arrest sparked protests, demonstrations and running battles between residents and law enforcers has been sentenced to 15 years imprisonment.

High court Judge James Wakiaga while delivering the judgement Thursday said despite Katitu being a hero to the people of Githurai, he acted against the law by taking a life of an individual.

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