DPP Noordin Haji cuts down to serious cases only
The Office of Director of Public Prosecutions will only prosecute cases of murder, robbery with violence, terrorism and trafficking in the next two weeks.
DPP Noordin Haji yesterday said the prosecution of other cases will be suspended. The decision is part of measures to contain the spread of coronavirus, following the confirmation of cases in the country.
Police stations
In a communication to the staff, Haji said new arrests will be dealt with at police stations in accordance with guidelines to be issued by the Inspector General of Police.
“Regional and county heads must be appraised by the police on the disposal of cases at the police stations and proper data must be submitted to the Deputy Director in charge on a weekly basis,” he said.
All other suspects arrested will be released on cash bail, police bond or issued with Notice to Attend Court in two weeks’ time. This, he added, could be extended depending on the situation.
