As reported by several sources in California, a Kenyan man was on Tuesday charged in court after being found guilty of abusing his 99-year-old neighbor.
The shocking incident has left many residents in the area in disbelief, as the elderly woman was known for her kindness and calm nature.
According to the report, the man committed the offense on August 5 and was later arrested and taken into custody after neighbors raised an alarm.
Police officers who arrived at the scene found the old woman in a state of distress and immediately rushed her to a nearby hospital for medical care.
The court was told that the man had first tried to convince the elderly woman by offering her a small amount of money before he attacked her.
Sources say he promised to give her around 5,000 Kenyan shillings, which is about 38 US dollars, hoping to gain her trust. When the woman refused his offer, the man reportedly lost control and assaulted her.
During the court hearing, the accused denied all the allegations, claiming he had been falsely accused. However, the evidence presented against him was strong.
The judge ruled that his actions were cruel and unacceptable, sentencing him to 35 years in jail. The case has sparked anger and sadness both in Kenya and abroad, with many calling for justice for the elderly victim.
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