Kevin Adam Kinyanjui Kangethe, a fugitive wanted for allegedly killing his girlfriend, Margaret Mbitu, and leaving her body in a car at Boston’s Logan International Airport, pleaded not guilty to murder charges and was ordered to be held without bail at the Suffolk Superior Court in Boston. Mbitu’s family and friends were present at the court proceedings and issued a statement expressing hope for justice to be served for their loved one. Suffolk County District Attorney Kevin Hayden emphasized that this was just the beginning of a long road to justice for Mbitu and her family, describing her as a caregiver, nurse, beloved daughter, and sister.
Prosecutors shared new details regarding Mbitu’s death, revealing that Kangethe had brutally attacked her in the car with a knife, resulting in 10 wounds to her face and neck. Mbitu was found face down in a parked car at Logan International Airport with heavily tinted windows, making it difficult to see inside. Kangethe had allegedly fled the scene and was on his way back to Kenya by the time authorities discovered Mbitu’s body. After an extensive investigation involving American and Kenyan law enforcement agencies, Kangethe was first arrested at a nightclub in Nairobi on Jan. 29. He managed to escape from police custody on Feb. 8, but was later apprehended and remained in Kenya until he was extradited back to the U.S.
Mbitu’s family and friends expressed relief and satisfaction with Kangethe’s re-arrest in Kenya and extradition back to the U.S., where he will face trial for the murder of their loved one. They vowed to continue fighting until justice is served and Kangethe is held accountable for his actions. Kangethe is scheduled to return to court on Nov. 5 for a pretrial hearing, where further details regarding the case and trial proceedings will be discussed. The family is hopeful that the legal system will ensure that Kangethe is held responsible for the heinous crime he is accused of committing against Margaret Mbitu.
The case of Kevin Adam Kinyanjui Kangethe and the murder of Margaret Mbitu has captured the attention of the public due to the heinous nature of the crime and Kangethe’s attempts to evade authorities by escaping police custody in Kenya. The collaborative efforts of law enforcement agencies in both the U.S. and Kenya have been crucial in locating and apprehending Kangethe, ensuring that he faces justice for the alleged murder of Mbitu. The tragic death of Mbitu has had a profound impact on her family, friends, and the community, who are seeking closure and accountability through the legal process. Kangethe’s plea of not guilty sets the stage for a trial that will determine his fate and whether he will be held accountable for the brutal murder of Margaret Mbitu.
The resolve of Mbitu’s family and friends to seek justice and closure in the wake of her tragic death highlights the impact that such crimes have on individuals and communities. The legal proceedings following Kangethe’s arrest and extradition will be closely watched as they unfold, with the hope that the truth surrounding Mbitu’s murder will be revealed and justice will be served. The court hearings and trial to come will provide a platform for the prosecution and defense to present their cases, shedding light on the events leading up to Mbitu’s death and the actions of Kangethe. As the legal process moves forward, the memory of Margaret Mbitu will be honored as her family and friends continue to seek accountability for her untimely and violent death.
