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The case of a Nairobi businessman accused of fraud took a fresh turn after his Babadogo property was auctioned on Thursday, August 21, following a court order.

According to the order seen by TUKO.co.ke, Senior Principal Magistrate Lucy Njora instructed the OCS Parklands Police Station and Ruaraka Police Station to supervise the auction.

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Honey Khatwani, a director at OKI General Trading Limited, is already facing charges linked to KSh 356 million.

He appeared before Milimani Senior Principal Magistrate Dolphina Alego on charges of theft by servant involving USD 2,786,806.05 (about KSh 356,711,174).

According to prosecutors, the funds came into his possession between January 2020 and June 2024 by virtue of his position at the company.

Through his lawyer Kennedy Echesa, Khatwani pleaded with the court for lenient bail terms.

He told the court that Khatwani resides in Kenya with his wife and children and runs businesses that employ more than 50 people.

The prosecution, represented by Victor Awiti, did not oppose bail but urged for strict terms.

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Later, on 2 August, Khatwani applied to travel to India for 20 days, promising to return his passport immediately after the trip.

His lawyer told the court that Khatwani had complied fully with all bond conditions.

However, on August 20, the High Court declined the request. Justice Mungai said the matter could not be entertained during recess.

On August 2, Khatwani applied to travel to India for 20 days, pledging to surrender his passport upon return.

His lawyer insisted the trip was for essential business and that Khatwani had fully complied with bond conditions.

However, the High Court declined the request on August 20, with Justice Mungai ruling that the matter could not be heard during court recess.

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The judge directed that the application be served to the Director of Public Prosecutions, with mention set after recess.

Source: TUKO.co.ke