Photo: Abedinecho Kyalo Katue
Kenyan businesswoman and nurse Nafula Sharleen has weighed in on the recent arrest of fellow Kenyan, Abedinecho Kyalo Katue, in Florida, urging her fellow citizens to exercise caution and respect the legal process.
In a statement shared on social media, Sharleen addressed the Kenyan community, particularly the Ukambani diaspora, reacting to the allegations that Katue, a registered nurse, sexually assaulted a patient confined to a hospital bed.
She described the situation as serious, yet warned against spreading rumors or taking matters into their own hands.
“Bro, dry spell akikulima si upande tu ndege uende,” Sharleen wrote, highlighting that sexual assault accusations are criminal matters that require proper legal handling.
She stressed that Katue is innocent until proven guilty and urged the community to avoid vigilante commentary that could harm due process.
Sharleen criticized those who trivialize the incident or make inappropriate jokes, noting that the case is a serious legal issue that could jeopardize Katue’s nursing license and professional career if proven guilty.
She cautioned that any misconduct in the hospital context, especially involving sedatives like morphine without patient consent, is considered “jail-worthy.”
At the same time, Sharleen offered a candid warning about interactions between men and women, emphasizing the importance of boundaries and caution in personal conduct.
She referenced the alleged actions of Katue, including administering morphine to the patient without consent, and noted that such behavior can have serious legal repercussions.
Despite the gravity of the case, Sharleen’s tone balanced critique with fairness, reminding her followers that Katue had been at large for nearly a year before his arrest, and that authorities must handle evidence and prosecution carefully.
She urged Kenyans in the U.S. and at home to stay alert but refrain from spreading unverified information.
Katue, 46, is currently held at the Orange County Jail, Florida, facing charges of sexual battery and lewd molestation of a disabled person.
Authorities allege he entered the hospital room of a physically incapacitated patient and administered sedatives without consent. Kenyan consular officials in the U.S. have been notified and are monitoring developments.
Sharleen’s statement highlights a broader message to the diaspora: while the case has captured public attention, it must be approached with legal awareness, caution, and respect for the judicial process.