The office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) has successfully secured a 27-year prison sentence for a Thai national found guilty of trafficking narcotic drugs.
Senior Principal Magistrate Hon. Irene Gichobi at the JKIA Law Courts handed down the sentence to Netima Ngamsap, who was convicted of trafficking 2,092 grams of cocaine valued at Ksh. 8,368,000.
Court records indicate that the drugs were hidden in a false bottom of a grey suitcase, violating the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (Control) Act.
Prosecution, led by John Tago, called eleven witnesses whose testimonies were described as consistent and compelling, directly linking Ngamsap to the offence.
Evidence presented included detailed accounts of the discovery of the cocaine and the accused’s involvement in the trafficking operation.
The accused was represented by a defence lawyer throughout the trial and was provided with a professional Thai interpreter to ensure understanding and fairness during court proceedings.
Upon delivering the sentence, Magistrate Gichobi informed Ngamsap of his right to appeal both the conviction and the length of the sentence within 14 days.
The ruling underscores Kenya’s continued crackdown on drug trafficking and reaffirms the DPP’s commitment to enforcing the country’s narcotics laws.
This case marks a significant milestone in the fight against international drug trafficking, highlighting the role of thorough prosecution and judicial diligence in upholding the law.
The DPP’s office emphasized that drug trafficking cases, particularly involving foreign nationals, are treated with strict adherence to legal procedures to ensure accountability and justice.