Kenya Initiates Extradition Process for British Soldier in Agnes Wanjiru Murder Case

Kenya has initiated formal extradition proceedings to bring British soldier Robert James Purkiss to trial for the 2012 murder of Agnes Wanjiru, whose body was found in a septic tank in Nanyuki. The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) has submitted the extradition request to the Attorney General, who forwarded it to the UK authorities, marking a significant step in this long-delayed case. Justice Alexander Muteti emphasized the complexity of the extradition process, involving diplomatic engagement between Kenya and the UK, and ordered monthly court updates to ensure progress and accountability. The court also instructed that evidence to be used in the trial be shared with Wanjiru’s family but kept confidential until the trial. Victims' lawyers criticized the delay in prosecuting the suspect but expressed hope that the process will now move forward without further delays. The next court mention is scheduled for November 24, 2025, to review the status of the extradition and related proceedings.