Former Footballer Collins Okoth Arraigned Over Murder Charges
By THE DISPATCH DIGITAL REPORTER
Former Harambee Stars player Collins Okoth Ougo, famously known as Gattuso, was arraigned today alongside his co-accused, Silvia Aoko, in connection with the murder of a minor in Lucky Summer Estate, Ruaraka, Nairobi. The duo appeared before Justice Alexander Muteti at the Milimani Law Courts, where they were expected to plead to the charges. However, they did not do so, as the court awaits the filing of mental assessment reports on 11th September 2024.
The prosecution confirmed that both suspects had undergone medical evaluations as part of the legal process. During the court session, the Investigating Officer (I.O.) was summoned to clarify allegations that he had refused to release a mobile phone and money belonging to Mr. Okoth, who is well-known for his football career with several Kenyan Premier League clubs.
The I.O. informed the court that, during the arrest, a Samsung mobile phone and a wallet containing two identification cards and an NHIF card were recovered and recorded in an inventory signed by the suspect. Following this, Justice Muteti directed the officer to return the Samsung phone to Mr. Okoth and to file a formal complaint with the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) if necessary.
Collins Okoth, a former Gor Mahia and Harambee Stars midfielder, and his co-accused, Silvia Aoko Odhiambo, are accused of the murder of three-year-old Pamela Atieno, also known as Scovian Maya, in April 2024. The case has drawn significant public attention due to Okoth’s prominence in Kenyan football.
As investigations continue, Okoth remains in custody at the Industrial Area Remand Prison, while Aoko is being held at Lang’ata Women’s Prison. The outcome of the mental assessments and the subsequent court proceedings will determine the next steps in this high-profile case.
